Data Engineer (Azure)

Location: Adelaide CBD
Job Type: Contract
Posted: about 1 month ago
Contact: Matthew Chatterton
Discipline:
Reference: 263187

Peoplebank are looking to recruit a Data Engineer (Microsoft Azure Data Factory) to work on a multi-year engagement based in Adelaide (hybrid work set-up).

Note, due to the nature of the work, you must be an Australian Citizen to be eligible to apply, and also hold, or be willing to obtain, an NV1 security clearance from the AGVSA.

Data Engineers, are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining data integration solutions that connect on-premises and cloud-based enterprise applications, leveraging Microsoft Azure tools and technologies.

This role involves creating efficient data pipelines, ensuring data quality, optimising performance, and adhering to security and compliance standards. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to support systems through testing and QA, monitoring, troubleshooting and issue resolution.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Collaborating with team members and stakeholders to design data integration solutions that meet business requirements, utilising Microsoft Azure tools such as Azure Data Factory and SQL.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain ETL pipelines to ensure efficient and secure data transfer between various systems, adhering to best practices for data processing and transformation.
  • Design and maintain data models, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and availability while considering scalability and performance optimisations.
  • Implement data validation and quality checks to identify and rectify data anomalies, errors, and inconsistencies within integrated systems.
  • Continuously monitor and optimise data integration processes to enhance performance, reduce latency, and minimise resource consumption.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for data integration solutions, including technical specifications, data flow diagrams, and operational procedures.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, and system analysts, to understand data requirements and ensure integrations align with business objectives.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve data integration issues, working collaboratively with the team to implement effective solutions and prevent recurrence.

Skills and experience required:

  • Strong Microsoft Azure Data Factory skills and experience
  • Proven experience in data engineering, including data integration, ETL processes, and data modelling.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience with data warehousing concepts.
  • Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
  • Effective communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to work independently and be a self-motivated individual.

Desirable

  • Microsoft Azure tools and services, Azure SQL Database.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure Data Engineer, AWS Certified Data Analytics) are advantageous.


Please APPLY NOW for our immediate consideration, or you call Jerry Belialba on 08 8112 7406 for a confidential chat about the role.