Role - Database Designer
Long term - 12 months +
Preferred location - Melbourne / Brisbane/ Wollongong
Security clearance requirements - baseline
Hybrid working

About the role
We are seeking an experienced Database Designer to join an Agile delivery team, working closely with application, DevOps and architecture stakeholders across the end-to-end database lifecycle (design, build, release and ongoing support).
You will design and optimise PostgreSQL database solutions in AWS (Aurora/RDS), contribute to scalable and resilient platform outcomes, and help drive continuous improvement through mentoring, standards and best practices.

Required skills
Robust hands-on experience designing and delivering PostgreSQL solutions (schemas, indexing, performance tuning)
Proven experience with AWS RDS / Aurora (PostgreSQL) in production settings
Advanced SQL skills: query optimisation, functions, triggers, data integrity controls
Experience with monitoring,



troubleshooting and performance metrics to ensure scalability and reliability
Strong capability across backup, recovery and disaster recovery planning and execution
Exposure to DevOps practices: automated deployment pipelines, database migration approaches, and infrastructure-as-code
Experience collaborating in Agile delivery teams and working with cross-functional stakeholders
Ability to perform code reviews, set standards, and provide technical mentoring/coaching
Positive communication skills

Closing date Monday,19th Oct

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📌 Database Designer Melbourne
🏢 Peoplebank
📍 Melbourne