SQL Senior Database Administrator

About the role

Leidos Australia is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to join its Digital Modernisation Division. The role focuses on Microsoft SQL Server management, combining technical leadership with hands‑on delivery of database administration, optimisation and automation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation and continuous improvement of Microsoft SQL services across private and public cloud environments.
• Oversee database administration to ensure performance, availability, optimisation and secure operations.
• Design and implement automation for provisioning, deployment, monitoring and routine operational processes.
• Integrate database changes into CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to troubleshoot issues and maintain governance standards.

Required profile

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server environments, including administration, query development and performance tuning.
• Advanced SQL expertise with ability to optimise queries, stored procedures and data processing solutions.
• Solid understanding of data modelling, indexing, backup and recovery, and high‑availability concepts.
• Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) and familiarity with CI/CD and version‑control practices.
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.

Required skills

• Microsoft SQL Server
• SQL query optimisation
• PowerShell
• Python
• Bash
• CI/CD pipelines
• Version control