Senior Data & Geospatial Eng Lead (Cloud & Pipelines)

Bureau of Meteorology; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Meteorology in Canberra is seeking a senior data engineering leader to design, develop, and deliver scalable data solutions within a cloud-enabled environment. You will drive robust data pipelines, real-time and batch integration, and ensure alignment with governance and security standards.

Working with architects and stakeholders, you will translate complex business needs into fit-for-purpose data products, mentor teams, and advance engineering practices, observability, and

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions.
• Drive implementation and optimisation of data pipelines and integration processes (batch and real-time).
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into fit-for-purpose data solutions.
• Contribute to DevSecOps practices, automation, and observability to ensure production-ready, compliant platforms.
• Mentor teams and build organisational capability to meet current and future data needs.

Job description

The Bureau of Meteorology in Canberra is seeking a senior data engineering leader to design, develop, and deliver scalable data solutions within a cloud-enabled environment. You will drive robust data pipelines, real-time and batch integration, and ensure alignment with governance and security standards.

Working with architects and stakeholders, you will translate complex business needs into fit-for-purpose data products, mentor teams, and advance engineering practices, observability, and