Database Engineer (NV1 Essential)

Job Summary/Introduction
We are seeking an experienced Database Engineer to support scalable, secure and reliable data solutions. This is a long-term contract opportunity with a likely chance of extension. Sydney is preferred, with other locations considered. Hybrid working requires 3 days per week in the office.

Applicants must hold a current NV1 AGSVA security clearance. Applicants without NV1 clearance will not be considered.

Detailed Job Description

As a Database Engineer, you will design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and integration solutions across secure data environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and data integration solutions
• Develop and optimise ETL/ELT processes across multiple data sources
• Work with data architects, analysts and downstream consumers to deliver reliable data solutions
• Implement batch and near-real-time data processing solutions
• Maintain data quality, reliability and platform performance
• Support cloud-based data platforms, data lakes and data warehouses
• Apply data security, privacy and access control requirements
• Troubleshoot data pipeline failures and performance issues
• Support automation, monitoring and continuous improvement

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years' experience in Data Engineering or similar data-focused engineering roles
• Strong ETL/ELT and data pipeline orchestration experience
• Strong SQL skills with relational and NoSQL database experience
• Experience with cloud data platforms such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse or equivalent
• Experience with structured and semi-structured data
• Knowledge of data modelling and performance optimisation
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Location & Working Arrangements
Sydney preferred, with other locations considered. Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week in the office.

Contract
Long-term contract with a likely chance of extension.

Security Clearance
A current NV1 AGSVA security clearance is mandatory. Applicants without an active NV1 clearance will not be considered.