Considering a career as a Database Administrator (DBADM) in Australia? Here are some things to know.
Skilled IT professionals are still sought after in Australia to manage, secure and optimise important data systems, with Database Administrators (ANZSCO 262111) in strong demand in the finance, healthcare, government and tech industries.
The responsibilities of the position are:
Installing & configuring database systems, designing data structures, implementing security & backups, optimizing performance, and more — and more than ever before, managing on-premise systems as well as cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, & Google Cloud.
🎯 ANZSCO 262111 at a glance:
Skill Level 1 (bachelor's or higher)
Listed on the MLTSSL — eligible for Subclass 189 & 190 visas
Also referred to as: Database Analyst, Database Consultant
💰 Salary snapshot (AUD):
Entry-level: $70K–$90K
Mid-level: $95K–$125K
Senior: $130K–$160K
Lead/Principal: $165K–$200K+
Plus $15K – $30K on top for Cloud database skills.
✅ Migration pathway basics:
This is the time it takes for ACS skill assessment to take place.
Submit an Interest through Skill Select
Catch up with English language needs
Provide high-quality employment evidence
Please apply within 60 days of invitation.
There are several visa classes to choose from, including subclass 189 (independent visa), subclass 190 (state nominated visa), subclass 491 (regional visa), and subclass 482 & subclass 186 (employer-sponsored visa).
📌 No formal degree? ACS also considers candidates on the basis of their relevant work experience of 8+ years in lieu of their degree.
The answer to this lies in a well-documented CDR / ACS skills assessment application (real experience clearly mapped out against ANZSCO 262111 criteria).
🔗 Full guide: click here
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