Data Engineer

NZME New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in Auckland is looking for a Data Engineer to architect and maintain data platforms. You'll manage ETL pipelines using Google BigQuery and MS SQL Server, ensuring performance and security. The ideal candidate has advanced skills in SQL and Python, with experience in cloud platforms and data orchestration tools. This role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Dynamic team environment

Opportunities for high-impact projects

Flexible working arrangements

Access to professional development

Valued wellbeing culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, or AWS) and cloud-native tools.
• Advanced skills in SQL and Python.
• Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, SSAS, and data orchestration tools.

Responsibilities

• Engineer hybrid data platforms and ETL pipelines across Google BigQuery and MS SQL Server.
• Design and deploy robust data pipelines and APIs.
• Support and optimise on-premise SQL Server databases.

Skills

Cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, or AWS)

SQL

Python

Data governance

Collaboration and communication

Tools

Google BigQuery

MS SQL Server

Power BI

SSIS

SSAS

Airflow

Apache NiFi

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

NZME is on the hunt for a talented Data Engineer to join our Commercial Platforms team. This is your chance to architect and maintain the data platforms that power our business decisions, insights, and innovation. From cloud to on-premise, you’ll be at the heart of our data transformation journey—enabling Analysts, Data Scientists, and stakeholders to unlock the full potential of our data.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

You’ll engineer hybrid data platforms and ETL pipelines across Google BigQuery and MS SQL Server, ensuring performance, scalability, and security. Your toolkit will include:

• Designing and deploying robust data pipelines and APIs (RESTful & SOAP).
• Supporting and optimising on-premise SQL Server databases.
• Enabling analytics through scalable data models and clean datasets for tools like Power BI.
• Collaborating across teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Upholding data governance, privacy, and compliance standards.

You’ll also champion CI/CD practices, API security protocols, and data quality frameworks—making sure our data is accurate, timely, and trusted.

ABOUT YOU

You’re a detail-driven problem solver with a passion for data architecture. You bring:

• Proven experience with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, or AWS) and cloud-native tools.
• Advanced skills in SQL, Python, and scripting (PowerShell, Bash).
• Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, SSAS, and data orchestration tools like Airflow or Apache NiFi.
• A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills—able to bridge technical and non-technical worlds.
• A commitment to continuous learning and personal development.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• A dynamic, supportive team environment at NZME.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects that shape the future of media.
• Flexible working arrangements and a culture that values wellbeing.
• Access to professional development and growth pathways.
• A chance to make a real difference in how data drives decisions across the business.

All applicants will be asked about their working rights in New Zealand (e.g., citizen, resident, visa, no visa).