Data Engineer

Novon; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Novon is seeking an experienced Data Engineer in Sydney to design and delivery modern data platforms. You will build reliable data pipelines, integrate services, and support the full engineering lifecycle in a hybrid Sydney setup.

You will work with Databricks, Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, Spark and Kafka, delivering scalable data solutions across cloud environments such as AWS or Azure. Strong communication with stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• At least six years of commercial Data Engineering experience.
• Strong development experience using Python and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake.
• Experience developing transformation pipelines using dbt.
• Experience designing and managing data workflows with Airflow or similar tools.
• Strong experience with distributed data processing using Spark/PySpark.
• Experience building streaming/event-driven solutions with Kafka.
• Solid understanding of ETL/ELT design patterns.
• Experience with data modelling, data warehousing and lakehouse architectures.
• Experience working with AWS or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop reliable data pipelines and cloud-based data platforms.
• Work across the full engineering lifecycle from design to deployment and support.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate requirements.

Skills

Python

SQL

ETL/ELT design

Data modelling

Data warehousing

Lakehouse architectures

Spark/PySpark

Apache Airflow

Kafka

dbt

Databricks

Snowflake

AWS/Azure

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

dbt

Airflow

Spark

PySpark

Kafka

AWS

Azure

Job description

Data Engineer

Permanent Opportunities | Sydney | Hybrid

• Join Novon, a specialist Data and Engineering consulting company.
• Work with Databricks, Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, Spark and Kafka.
• Become part of a connected and specialised Data and Engineering community.

About Novon

Novon is a specialist Data and Engineering consulting company with more than 10 years of experience delivering successful data outcomes for major Australian organisations.

As our Data Practice continues to grow, we are looking for experienced Data Engineers to design, build and deliver modern data platforms and scalable data solutions.

The Opportunity

As a Data Engineer at Novon, you will design and develop reliable data pipelines, integration services and cloud-based data platforms. You will work across the full engineering lifecycle, from solution design and development through to testing, deployment, optimisation and ongoing support.

What We Are Looking For

• At least six years of commercial Data Engineering experience.
• Strong development experience using Python and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with one or more modern cloud data platforms, including Databricks or Snowflake.
• Experience developing transformation pipelines using dbt.
• Experience designing and managing data workflows using Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools.
• Strong experience with distributed data processing using Apache Spark or PySpark.
• Experience building streaming or event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka.
• Strong understanding of ETL and ELT design patterns.
• Experience with data modelling, data warehousing and lakehouse architectures.
• Experience working with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Why Join Novon?

At Novon, you will join a connected community of Data and Engineering professionals who are passionate about solving complex problems and delivering meaningful customer outcomes.

You will have the opportunity to work with experienced practitioners, contribute to modern data-platform initiatives and continue developing your technical capability.