Principal Data Engineer: AI-Driven Data Platform Lead

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Generous leave options

Modern tools and devices

Challenging projects

Job summary

Value NSW is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to lead the design and evolution of data engineering capability, shaping architecture, infrastructure and practices for trusted valuation outcomes across the state.

You will drive scalable data platforms, optimize complex pipelines and champion innovative AI/ML solutions enabling better decision-making. Role offers a hybrid work model across NSW with flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Advanced SQL expertise with performance tuning.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory and ETL/ELT design.
• Experience designing serverless data transformations and secure data pipelines.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and lead data engineering initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of large-scale data engineering solutions and data architecture.
• Champion modern data practices and AI/ML capabilities to enhance decision-making.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Azure Data Factory

ETL/ELT pipelines

Serverless data transformations

Data security & governance

Tools

Azure

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Value NSW is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to lead the design and evolution of data engineering capability, shaping architecture, infrastructure and practices for trusted valuation outcomes across the state.

You will drive scalable data platforms, optimize complex pipelines and champion innovative AI/ML solutions enabling better decision-making. Role offers a hybrid work model across NSW with flexible arrangements.