Senior Data Engineer

Chandler Macleod Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Data Engineer for a six-month contract opportunity in Melbourne. You'll lead technical innovation in enterprise data platforms and mentor agile delivery teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, advanced SQL skills, and a collaborative mindset. Join a forward-thinking team and influence strategic data decisions in a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Supportive team culture

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• Expertise in modern cloud data architectures, specifically Microsoft Azure.
• Strong experience with tools like Azure Synapse and Data Lake.
• Advanced SQL skills and familiarity with data modelling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to agile teams for high-impact data initiatives.
• Design, build, and support scalable enterprise data platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align data solutions with strategic goals.

Skills

Modern cloud data architectures

Microsoft Azure

Azure Synapse

Data Lake

Databricks

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Advanced SQL

Python

PySpark

ETL frameworks (dbt)

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned Data Engineer ready to lead technical innovation and drive impactful data solutions? Our client AGL isseeking a Senior Data Engineer for an initial six months contract opportunity in Melbourne CBD, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise data platforms and guiding agile delivery teams.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Data Engineer, you’ll:

• Provide expertise to cross-functional agile teams to deliver high-impact data initiatives.
• Provide technical thought leadership and foster a culture of innovation.
• Design, build, and support scalable enterprise data platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align data solutions with strategic goals.
• Own and manage technical assets, ensuring performance, security, and compliance.

What You Bring

• Expertise in modern cloud data architectures, specifically Microsoft Azure.
• Strong experience with tools including Azure Synapse, Data Lake, Databricks, Azure DevOps, and Terraform.
• Advanced SQL skills and familiarity with data modelling techniques (e.g., Data Vault 2.0, dimensional modelling).
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark, and ETL frameworks such as dbt.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and agile delivery.

Why Join this role?

• Work on cutting-edge data platforms and technologies.
• Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team.
• Influence strategic data decisions and drive real business outcomes.
• Enjoy a flexible, supportive work environment in Melbourne.

Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values innovation and collaboration? Apply now to make a meaningful impact through data.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

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