Date: 29 Jan 2025
Location: Central Auckland, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council
- Transform the current environment to leverage the power of information
- Mentor and guide a team of 4 Data Engineers
- Lead projects such as building data pipelines for our new data lake
- Enjoy flexible working and a vast range of Council benefits
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Data department under our newly formed Directorate Group Shared Services is in the market for a seasoned Senior Data Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable data pipelines using industry-leading tools like Snowflake. You will be key in ensuring secure, efficient, and high-performing data workflows while embedding best practices within our Modern Data Platform, including Fivetran and dbt. This role also involves documenting ETL/ELT processes and continuously improving data engineering standards.
As a Senior, you will also mentor junior Data Engineers, establish best practices for peer reviews and documentation, and collaborate closely with analytics, data engineering, and governance teams. You will also drive automation, optimize data assets, and explore emerging technologies to enhance our data management capabilities.
For the full Position Description click this link
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer with a strong background in designing and building modern data pipelines, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver impactful solutions. You should ideally thrive in an agile environment and have a proven ability to improve operational efficiency, service delivery, and information management across complex organisations.
Critical must-haves include:
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Extensive experience as a Data Engineer, with expertise in modern data technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, dbt, and Fivetran.
- Strong understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, data warehousing, and experience building relational data models.
- Proficiency in data pipeline orchestration tools and a track record of optimizing processes to align with business goals.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a city we are proud of for our ratepayers and residents.
Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and be a part of a friendly and collaborative team that is dedicated to our customers. You will receive dedicated training and development to help build your career and on top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. Click link to find out more about our employee benefits package.
Please note I will be reviewing applications as soon as they come through so apply as soon as you are able. If you have any questions about this role, please email me kennedy.sua@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!
Applications close Sunday 16 February 2025
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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
