The Opportunity

Are you an up-and-coming Oracle Database Administrator looking to take your career to the next level within a massive enterprise environment? FinXL IT Professional Services is seeking an Associate Oracle DBA for a long-term engagement with one of our premier financial services clients.

This is an incredible opportunity to get hands-on with critical banking systems and cutting-edge database technology. This is a 12-month contract role starting October 1st, offering a hybrid working model (2 days in the office, split between Kogarah and Wynyard) and a salary of up to $85k base + super.

About the Role

This role is designed as an entry point into a highly technical, dynamic team. You will bring your foundational DBA experience and eagerness to learn, and in return, you will gain exposure to enterprise-scale database architecture, automation, and performance tuning. You will assist the senior engineering team in maintaining the stability and availability of essential banking platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the day-to-day management, support, and troubleshooting of Oracle databases.

• Support the team with database upgrades and migrations (Note: flexible working hours may be occasionally required to support critical out-of-hours events).

• Gain hands-on exposure to maintaining and patching Oracle databases on Exadata.

• Help execute routine change, incident, and problem management tasks.

• Collaborate with the team using agile methodologies and tools like Confluence and Jira.

• Learn and grow your skills in database automation, DevOps, and performance tuning.

About You:

• 3 to 5 years of practical experience as a Database Administrator.

• A solid foundational understanding of the Oracle product suite.

• Effective and concise communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• A proactive mindset with strong analytical problem-solving skills and a diligent work ethic.

• Nice to have (but not mandatory): Basic scripting skills (SQL, PL/SQL, Shell), or exposure to other databases like PostgreSQL.

Why FinXL?

When you join FinXL, you are not just a contractor; you become part of the FinXL Associate Program. We value our consultants and offer exclusive networking events, continuous professional development opportunities, and dedicated consultant care to ensure you are supported throughout your engagement and beyond.

To Apply

If you have 3-5 years of DBA experience and are ready to accelerate your career in enterprise banking, we want to hear from you. Apply Now with your updated CV.

(Note: Visas are accepted for this position, provided you have full working rights in Australia for the duration of the 12-month contract).