Data Engineer

• New role playing a critical part in building our new data lake
• Enormous opportunity to make a difference at a large organisation
• Transform current environment to leverage the power of information
• Hybrid working environment.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

The Group Shared Services Division of Auckland Council is recruiting for a Data Engineer to join its Data team. This critical and diverse role offers a unique opportunity to design, implement, and maintain data pipelines that integrate data from various source systems into our new data lake. As a Data Engineer, you will support the Council's data infrastructure by ensuring efficient and reliable data flows.

Key responsibilities of this role include
 

• Design, Build, and Maintain Data Pipelines: As a Data Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines using industry-leading tools such as Snowflake. This role requires you to ensure both security and efficiency by developing and documenting ETL/ELT processes to construct and maintain data models. You will also enhance the performance and reliability of these pipelines through continuous optimization and adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: You will work closely with analytics, data engineering, and data governance teams to align on data requirements and solutions, driving the evolution of data engineering practices and standards to improve efficiency and quality. Your collaboration will ensure that data solutions are effectively aligned with organizational goals.
• Support and Innovate Data Management Practices: Your role will involve supporting the development, automation, and optimization of data assets, ensuring alignment with external benchmarks and industry standards. Additionally, you are expected to proactively explore emerging technologies and industry trends to innovate and enhance data management practices.
• Foster Team Relationships and Knowledge Sharing: Building strong relationships across teams will be key to successfully delivering data solutions that meet business needs. You will conduct peer reviews and maintain thorough documentation to foster transparency and facilitate knowledge sharing among team members.

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He kōrero mōu: About you

We are seeking a candidate with over 7 years of experience in Data and Analytics roles within organizations of high data maturity. The ideal candidate will possess a technical or professional degree in a relevant discipline, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Engineering, or a comparable field. A strong understanding of Data Warehousing and BI architecture, including the ETL process, relational and dimensional modeling, and end-to-end solution development and support, is essential.

Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively across functional boundaries to achieve results that benefit our customers.

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 1.5 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.

In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment. Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including discounted Leisure Centre membership, Kiwisaver employer contribution additional to your base salary offered and a range of other partnership discounts! Click this link to find out more.

If you have questions about this role, email me directly at kennedy.sua@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Sunday 24 November 2024

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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.