Data Engineer (Building Platforms)

UOM University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 136,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health & wellbeing programs

Professional development

Discounted services

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites applications for a Data Engineer to design, implement and maintain AWS-based data platforms supporting campus operations and asset performance. You will act as technical lead for data architecture, develop scalable pipelines, and collaborate with facilities and non-technical stakeholders to turn requirements into practical solutions.

The role offers a 12-month fixed-term arrangement, 0.8 to 1.0 FTE, with 17% superannuation and a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience designing and operating AWS data platforms.
• Ability to work autonomously and lead architecture decisions.
• Strong SQL and Python skills.
• Comfort collaborating with non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain scalable OT telemetry pipelines bringing building systems data into the Smart Campus platform.
• Develop and optimise data models, pipelines and dashboards for asset condition, maintenance spend and accessibility compliance.
• Act as technical lead for data architecture, tooling and governance, documenting decisions and ensuring secure, reliable platforms.
• Build clear, self-service reporting and dashboards for facilities, asset and operational stakeholders across Campus Operations & Delivery.
• Collaborate with non-technical colleagues to understand needs, prioritise work and quantify energy, cost and performance impacts.

Skills

AWS data platforms

SQL

Python

AWS CDK

Data architecture

Communications with non-technical

Tools

Aurora PostgreSQL

Lambda

IoT Core

Git / VCS

Job description

Role type: Part-time (0.8 FTE) or full-time (1.0 FTE); Fixed term (12 months) Department/School: Enterprise Services Group – Campus Operations & Delivery Salary: UOM 8: $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

Join as Data Engineer and lead AWS-first data platforms transforming campus operations and asset performance. Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

What you will deliver:

• Design, implement and maintain scalable OT telemetry pipelines bringing building systems data into the Smart Campus platform.
• Develop and optimise data models, pipelines and dashboards for asset condition, maintenance spend and accessibility compliance.
• Act as technical lead for data architecture, tooling and governance, documenting decisions and ensuring secure, reliable platforms.
• Build clear, self-service reporting and dashboards for facilities, asset and operational stakeholders across Campus Operations & Delivery.
• Collaborate with non-technical colleagues to understand needs, prioritise work and quantify energy, cost and performance impacts.

Technical skills and experience:

• Bring demonstrated experience designing and operating AWS data platforms using services such as Aurora PostgreSQL, Lambda and IoT Core.
• Apply advanced SQL and strong Python skills to build robust data models, pipelines and automated workflows.
• Use infrastructure as code (AWS CDK), version control and sound engineering practices to manage reliable, maintainable data systems.
• Demonstrate confidence working autonomously as a sole data engineer, setting direction and owning architecture decisions.
• Communicate complex technical ideas simply, engaging non-technical stakeholders and turning requirements into practical solutions.
• Adapt effectively within changing teams and operational environments, collaborating with facilities, systems and contractor partners.

Benefits you will receive:

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page!

Our team and location:

You will join Campus Operations & Delivery within the Enterprise Services Group, supporting 700 buildings across seven campuses. The team enables safe, sustainable, efficient spaces by integrating real estate, projects, security, facilities and asset management. You will be the dedicated data specialist in a largely non-technical group. You will collaborate with facilities and operations colleagues to build smart campus capabilities and improve building performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Diversity

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [e-mail].

Eligibility

You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

Application deadline

Applications close: Tuesday the 27th of October at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.