Job Description

Making a differenceisn'tjust ourpurpose,it'swhat motivates our people every day. For us, work is not aboutticking a box. It'sabout knowing that it matters. We make a meaningful difference every day by making it easier for our customers to focus on what matters in their lives.

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At McMillan Shakespeare, we're transforming our platforms—and we need an experienced Cloud Data Specialist who can own performance, data integrity, and scalability across enterprise systems.

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Here'show you will make a difference in this role...

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This is a hands-on role for an experienced Database Administrator or Performance Engineer who thrives on solving complex performance challenges, optimising enterprise data platforms, and designing scalable, cloud-ready solutions. You'll work closely with architects, developers and data engineers to ensure our data environments are secure, resilient and built for the future.

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If you have deep expertise in database administration, data modelling, query optimisation and performance tuning within complex, high-volume enterprise environments then this is the perfect role for you.

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At MMS clear expectations help our people Be the Difference.

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Your key responsibilities in this role will include:

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- Own performance, stability, and availability of enterprise databases
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- Lead query optimisation, indexing, and performance tuning
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- Design and optimise data models (normalisation, schema design)
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- Support high-volume production systems (incidents, RCA, optimisation)
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- Embed best practices across DevOps and engineering teams
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To be considered for this role you have:

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- 5+ years DBA experience in a corporate complex business
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- SQL Server & Azure data services
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- Query tuning, indexing, execution plans
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- Data modelling & normalisation
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- Proven experience in high-volume, production systems
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- Strong understanding of database performance engineering
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What we can offer you:

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- Strong culture and the support of a values-based recognition program
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- Novated leasing benefits and discounts
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- 12 weeks paid parental leave
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- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities to support your growth opportunities
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- Sonder digital wellbeing platform , providing personalised support 24/7, plus annual flu vaccinations
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- Default Income Protection Insurance reimbursed for members of the MMS Default Super Fund
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- Exempt Employee Share Plan
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- Volunteer leave & Career break
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- MMS Rewards program
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- We encourage individuals from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those caring for someone or living with a disability, LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse applicants to apply.
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- We value the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our organisation.
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- We embrace hybrid working and welcome conversations about flexibility.
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Embracing our value of Everyone Matters we hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected.

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Please note all successful candidates will undergo background checks (including criminal history and ASIC checks) and an NDIS Workers Screening Check if appropriate. All information provided will be treated confidentially.

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We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.

📌 Cloud Data Specialist (Victoria)
🏢 McMillan Shakespeare Group (MMS)
📍 Victoria