Senior Database Administrator (HEO 7)

• Based in Research and Data Management Support at the Mawson Lakes campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $90,234 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

The Senior Database Administrator will work as a senior member of the team supporting the University’s information technology environment.

This position will design, develop, support and manage the corporate and research data management environments using a variety of database technologies encompassing Oracle, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MariaDB and corporate batch scheduling. The role will also provide technical leadership to team members and as required, lead specific stages of the software development lifecycle.

About UniSA’s Research and Data Management Support team

The Research and Data Management Support team cross-skills over applications and database technologies to manage, develop and support the University’s Research Systems and Data Management Infrastructure to ensure business objectives are met. The team ensures the effective delivery of specific information technology solutions using a variety of technologies including: Oracle, Microsoft SQL, PostgreSQL and MariaDB.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, support and manage the University’s corporate databases, associated services and research data management
• Consult, collaborate and coordinate with stakeholders on business requirements and service levels
• Provide technical leadership to team
• Lead elements of the software development lifecycle
• Provide specialist advice to business users

Essential Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification (normally a degree) or demonstrated equivalent knowledge, significant experience and skills

• Experience in the architecture, design, development and support of complex database management systems and services, data integration environments and research data management

• Project management experience

• Experience in the support of Oracle, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MariaDB and modern methods of data integration

• Experience in the use of Unix and programming languages including SQL and database tools

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities

• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees

• Corporate health insurance

• Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on-site gym membership

• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

Applications close: 11.30pm Sunday 1 August 2021

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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