Senior SQL Database Administrator – 6 Months Contract | December Start
NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Senior Database Administrator (MSSQL Server) to join our dynamic operations team based in Sydney supporting key banking applications. This role requires a passion for database performance, thriving under pressure, and a desire to make a real impact.
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Responsibilities
- Provide 24x7 production support for highly critical banking systems
- Install, configure, patch, and upgrade SQL Server environments (2016–2022)
- Design and implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies using Commvault and native SQL tools
- Monitor and tune database performance, optimize queries, and resolve deadlocks
- Manage high availability solutions including Always On Availability Groups and clustering
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot incidents and meet strict SLAs
- Lead database migrations, server upgrades, and architecture recommendations
- Develop and maintain SQL Server Agent jobs and maintenance plans
- Author and modify SSRS reports and support big data ETL pipelines
- Document DBA processes and train operations staff
- Participate in BCP exercises and on‑call rotations
What You Bring
- Proven expertise in SQL Server administration (2016–2022)
- Solid T‑SQL programming and query tuning skills
- Experience with SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS
- Knowledge of PowerShell and Unix shell scripting
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS EC2/RDS, Azure SQL)
- Solid understanding of data security, encryption (TDE), and compliance practices
- Ability to manage performance, availability, and security of enterprise‑grade databases
- A proactive mindset with a passion for learning and continuous improvement
- Experience with database policies and documentation
- Exposure to Windows administration and system upgrades
- Ability to advise on database architecture and best practices
Seniority Level
- Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
- Contract
Job Function
- Information Technology
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