Database Specialist

Requisition ID 979067 - Posted - Group Enablement - NSW - Full-time - Information Technology

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in an dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

We Are Woolworths Group 

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 
 
If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in an dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.
 
Welcome to Group Enablement

Our Group Enablement Teams are the Technology, Business Enablement, Value Chain, and Replenishment experts developing new capabilities and platforms for a better retail future. We’re the crucial link between our stores and the stock they need, the IT engine moving our business forward, the strategic connectors streamlining the way we work, and the forward thinkers using tech to transform the retail experience. Uniting cutting edge technology, data, and retail smarts, you’ll work behind the scenes, in the margins, and across every corner of the business – to uplift our capability, amplify our collective impacts, and revolutionise the customer experience. 
 
What you’ll do?

We are seeking a highly skilled Database Specialist to join our team. As a database specialist, you will play a pivotal role in managing, optimising, and maintaining a diverse range of databases, including Oracle, SQL Server, Redis, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL and other cloud-database variants. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of our database infrastructure while supporting various projects and initiatives. Furthermore, you will serve as the escalation point for all areas of the business for database support and work closely with the Database Product Lead to establish and maintain database build standards and reference architecture.
 

• Manage, monitor, and maintain Oracle, SQL Server, Redis, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL databases to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Analyse and optimise database performance by identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, tuning queries, and implementing best practices for each database platform.
• Backup and Recovery: Develop and implement comprehensive backup and recovery strategies for each database platform 
• Security Management: Implement and enforce database security policies, access controls, and encryption mechanisms across all database platforms
• Incident & Vulnerability Management
• Database Design and Development: Collaborate with development teams to design, develop, and deploy database solutions that align with business requirements and performance standards for each database platform.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve database-related issues and incidents across all database platforms in a timely manner.
• Identify opportunities for automation and implement tools/scripts to streamline across all platforms

 
What you’ll bring? 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Proven work experience as a Database Administrator or Database Specialist, with a focus on managing multiple database platforms, including Oracle, SQL Server,Redis, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.
• Strong proficiency in Oracle Database Administration and SQL Server Database Administration.
• In-depth knowledge of database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting techniques for each database platform.
• Experience with database backup and recovery procedures, including point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery
• Familiarity with database security principles and best practices, including role-based access control and encryption, for each database platform.
• Experience in change management, incident management, and vulnerability management processes for databases.
• Experience in database design, development, and implementation across multiple database platforms.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and Google Cloud.

What you’ll Experience 
 
Everything we do is driven by a culture of care for our team, customers, and community. 
 

• We’re a team-first organisation. We’ll equip you with the necessary training for success in your role, and provide continuous career development and learning opportunities. 
• We offer competitive remuneration and access to a number of employee benefits.
• We prioritise sustainability, striving to contribute to a greener, better future.
• Unparalleled career development opportunities beyond the Primary Connect network
• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you
   

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ 

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

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Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

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