Data Engineer

1x Permanent Full Time - 35 hours, 5 days per week
Salary: $99,858.23 to $109,419.10 plus 11.5% super
Closing Date: 9th December 2024

ABOUT US

Liverpool is a diverse and innovative Council located at the gateway to the upcoming Western Sydney Airport.  Liverpool is fast becoming Sydney’s third CBD and is going through rapid change and growth, with nearly 100 new residents arriving every week.  If great community outcomes are to be realised, Liverpool requires the best minds to realise the opportunity. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Data Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the organization's data strategy, harnessing cutting-edge technical acumen to conceptualize, construct, and continually enhance a comprehensive data infrastructure. The position seeks to optimize data systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand, interpret, and cater to diverse data needs.

You will stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices, driving the continuous evolution and improvement of the data landscape to meet the dynamic requirements of the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

·         Design and develop scalable data pipelines for collecting, processing, and storing data from various sources.

·         Build and maintain databases, data systems, and data warehouses that support a variety of data initiatives.

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and implement efficient solutions.

·         Optimize data infrastructure for performance and reliability.

·         Identify opportunities to improve data reliability, efficiency, and quality.

·         Develop and maintain documentation related to data infrastructure and processes.

·         Implement best practices for data security and compliance.

·         Other duties as directed and authorised by Chief Information Officer 

ABOUT YOU

·         Relevant formal qualifications in information technology or suitable business orientated degree and/or equivalent industry experience gained by practical application over a minimum of 3 years

·         NSW Driving License Class C

·         Certifications in Microsoft technologies, ITIL or ITSM

·         Demonstrated experience in data engineering, involving the design, development, and maintenance of data infrastructure and systems. A solid background in managing large-scale data sets, including data collection, processing, storage, and retrieval.

·         Track record in designing and managing databases and data warehouses. Practical knowledge of data architecture, data modelling, and database design principles to create efficient and optimized data systems.

·         Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, encompassing the deployment and management of data-related services on these platforms.

·         Experience in identifying and resolving bottlenecks in data systems, optimizing data pipelines, and improving overall data infrastructure performance and reliability.

·         Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, IT professionals, and business stakeholders. Experience in understanding and addressing diverse data requirements from different departments within a government context.

 BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US 

·         Be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package (Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.)

·         Flexible working arrangements, including working from home and various council offices.

·         Ability to accrue up to 2 days of flexitime leave per month, which equates to up to 24 days per year (Note: this is in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave per year).

·         Free parking is available nearby, with subsidised parking also on offer.

·         Access to a Fitness Passport membership

·         Internal professional Learning and Development

For further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at billas@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

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Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential. 

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia.