Technical Specialist Expert - Senior SQL

Senior SQL Technical Specialist

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About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist with deep expertise in SQL Always On technology to design, review, and enhance high-availability systems across industries. This role ensures system resilience, scalability, and reliability through expert analysis and implementation.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Design & Architecture Lead the design and implementation of SQL Always On-based messaging systems for maximum uptime and performance.
• System Review Assess existing deployments, provide expert recommendations, and drive improvements.
• High Availability Solutions Develop and maintain robust clustering, replication, and failover strategies.
• Performance Optimization Tune configurations, manage resources, and apply best practices for efficiency.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting Establish proactive monitoring and swiftly resolve system issues.
• Documentation Maintain clear, detailed records of designs, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaboration Work closely with development, operations, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Training & Mentorship Guide junior team members on SQL Always On best practices and high-availability strategies.

Requirements and Experience

Technical Skills:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on SQL Always On and high availability systems.
• In-depth knowledge of SQL Always On, including clustering, mirrored queues, and quorum queues.
• Experience with high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Dynatrace).
• Strong understanding of networking, load balancing, and security principles.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Certification in SQL Always On or related technologies.
• Experience with high availability solutions on Hybrid infrastructure
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.

Why Fujitsu?

We are an organization with a strong set of values and a history of respecting fairness and equality, whilst promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We constantly push ourselves to do better and strive to bring together a diverse mix of perspectives and talents in an inclusive environment, where we encourage our people to bring their full selves to work. We call this Be Completely You.

• We put people first. We believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation and our AWEI (Australian Workplace Equality Index) Gold Employer status, and Rainbow Tick certification for LGBTI+ inclusion show that we value an inclusive culture.
• We offer tailored career paths across our global organization to support your professional and personal growth.
• Our customers trust us. We have an excellent reputation across the region and globally.
• Best in-class reward and recognition programs flexible work, volunteering leave, and more.
• We live our values of aspiration, trust, and empathy, all day, every day.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As an inclusive employer, Fujitsu aims to recruit a diverse range of talents to help us achieve our purpose. In line with our diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy, we highly welcome applications from women and gender-diverse people; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Māori and Pacific people; LGBTI+ people; people with a disability; culturally and linguistically diverse people; veterans, Australian Defence Force (ADF) and emergency responders. Transgender and gender-diverse applicants can request a copy of our Frequently Asked Questions to assist with the recruitment journey.

If you don't tick every box in this job description, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who value inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes so if this resonates with you, then please apply. For more information, please email careersapac@fujitsu.com.

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