DevOps / DBA Engineer – PostgreSQL | Terraform | Cloud
Melbourne Preferred
Contract Opportunity
Overview
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced DevOps / DBA Engineer to join a large-scale enterprise transformation program. This role combines database administration, automation, and cloud infrastructure engineering within a fast-paced, high-availability environment.
You will play a key role in managing and optimising PostgreSQL environments, supporting CI/CD delivery pipelines, and driving infrastructure automation across cloud platforms. This position suits someone hands‐on, proactive, and comfortable operating in complex enterprise environments with production support responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Administer, maintain, and optimise PostgreSQL databases across multiple environments
* Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
* Build and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
* Implement automation using Ansible and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl
* Support and maintain cloud‐based environments across AWS or Azure
* Troubleshoot database, infrastructure, and deployment issues
* Contribute to environment stability, performance tuning, and security hardening
* Participate in an on‐call support rotation
* Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams to support smooth releases and operational readiness
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong PostgreSQL DBA experience including administration, tuning, replication, backup, and restore
* Solid DevOps engineering background within enterprise environments
* Hands‐on experience with Terraform
* Hands‐on experience with Jenkins
* Hands‐on experience with Ansible
* Hands‐on experience with Bash, Python, or Perl scripting
* Minimum 2 years' experience working with AWS or Azure
* Experience supporting critical production systems, including on‐call support
* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‐solving skills
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross‐functional teams
Nice to Have
* Experience within large enterprise or regulated environments
* Exposure to containerisation technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes
* Experience with monitoring and observability tools including Prometheus, Grafana, or CloudWatch
If you are a strong DevOps/DBA Engineer looking for your next enterprise engagement, apply now.
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