Lead Data Engineer

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • AU$900 - AU$1100 per day

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Data Engineer to join a prestigious federal government client on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced data professionals to lead innovative data solutions and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Position Details:

  • Contract Duration: 12 months, with a potential extension of an additional 12 months
  • Work Week: 37.5 hours

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and optimization of data warehouse platforms
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to data teams
  • Drive data integration projects and ensure system performance
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable data solutions

Essential criteria

  • MS SQL / Teradata /Snowflake / Redshift / Databricks – Demonstrated competency in developing, auditing and reviewing code in 2 out of the 5 Data Warehouses listed.
  • High level of competency in Programming, including knowledge of supplementary programming languages such as Python, SAS, R or Java.
  • Strong expertise with SQL, including experience with reverse-engineering end user SQL code.
  • Ability to read and interpret data models and specifications.
  • Ability to understand DevOps process and can use DevOps tools in accordance with the process.
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of version controls and its appropriate uses.

Desirable criteria

  • Minimum of 4 years in a similar role.
  • Exposure to AWS Cloud, AWS S3, AWS Glue or similar tools within the cloud environment.
  • Competency with required systems, software and programs, including SAS and Excel.
  • Demonstrated experience data modelling using metadata/model driven frameworks.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
  • Certifications in cloud platforms, data management, or related areas are advantageous

Additional Information:
This role is for a federal government client; therefore, you must be an Australian Citizen to be consider. Baseline Clearance will be a bonus. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly

Interested?
Please contact Liam Lasslett at Liam.lasslett@talentinternational.com for further details and to submit your application.

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