Database Administrator

About the Job About Bluestaq At Bluestaq, we’re not just another tech company—we’re a mission-driven team of innovators, problem-solvers, and trailblazers. Whether supporting space exploration, defense systems, global alliances, government initiatives, healthcare advancements, or commercial breakthroughs, our work spans industries that shape the future. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly become a leader in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A nod to our roots—‘blue’ (military shorthand for the good guys) and ‘staq’ (as in software stack). Recognized Excellence We don’t just talk about excellence—we deliver it. Bluestaq has earned national recognition as one of Inc. Magazine’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies and is consistently ranked among Colorado’s Best Workplaces. Whether we’re supporting national security, enabling healthcare advancements, or driving commercial innovation, we’re committed to building data management solutions that matter. Join the Mission Ready to push boundaries with tech that transforms industries? At Bluestaq, we engineer secure, scalable data ecosystems for space, defense, healthcare, and beyond. Join us to tackle mission-critical challenges, protect the world’s most valuable data, and build what’s next. Let’s make extraordinary possible—together. Database Administrator – Bluestaq Australia (Location – Initially hybrid arrangement, then on-premises Canberra) Our purpose is to deliver mission critical technology solutions tailored for the Australian defence, government and national security sectors. We specialise in high security data systems, designed to meet Australia’s evolving strategic and operational demands. If you are ready to turn your expertise into real world results, welcome to Bluestaq Australia. This is your opportunity to join a young but fast growing company in its formative years in Australia, building on our successful foundations in the United States. About the Role The Database Administrator will play a critical role in maintaining the stability, performance, and security of Bluestaq’s infrastructure across defence-aligned environments. Reporting directly to the President of Bluestaq Australia, this role is evenly split between database and systems administration—managing PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases, optimizing performance, and overseeing Windows and Linux servers to ensure secure, compliant, and high-performing operations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on technical expert with strong problem‑solving skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to support mission‑critical systems in complex environments. Reporting directly to the President Bluestaq Australia, your responsibilities will be: Database Administration (50%) Maintain database systems (PostgreSQL, Mongo) Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexes, and database configurations Perform regular database backups, recovery procedures, and disaster recovery planning Maintain database security policies, access controls, and compliance standards Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations Troubleshoot database issues and provide technical support to development teams Create and maintain database documentation and schemas Systems Administration (50%) Manage and maintain Windows and Linux server environments Monitor system performance, disk space, and resource utilization Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper‑V) Manage backup and disaster recovery solutions Administer IdM, user accounts, permissions, and group policies Maintain network infrastructure including firewalls and Kubernetes Apply security patches and updates to operating systems and applications Respond to system incidents and perform root cause analysis About You You must be willing to embrace our core values of Ownership, Curiosity, Talent and Trust and in addition have: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of experience in database administration and systems administration Strong expertise with relational database systems (PostgreSQL) Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB) Proficiency in Windows Server and Linux administration Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper‑V) Knowledge of backup/recovery solutions and disaster recovery planning Strong understanding of network protocols, security, and best practices Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills Willingness to travel within Australia to customer and partner locations, including secure government or defence sites, and occasional travel to Bluestaq offices in the United States for collaboration or project work. You must also be an Australian citizen, eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV2 security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Relevant certifications (DBA, Red Hat, CompTIA) Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with monitoring tools (Splunk) Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Your Benefits Attractive salary based on qualifications, experience and achievements Superannuation Annual performance bonus Private health cover allowance Health/wellness allowance Professional subscription Salary sacrifice and salary packaging options Additional 1 week of annual leave per year = 5 weeks per year Other leave in accordance with the National Employment Standards and state long service leave legislation Join the Mission If you’re ready to engineer secure, sovereign capable technology, Bluestaq Australia offers you the chance to lead and innovate at the forefront of national defence and critical infrastructure. Together, we’ll tackle high stakes challenges, protect Australia’s most vital data and build what’s next, securely, on‑premises and at scale. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr