Senior Data Engineer

• Use your data engineering experience in making NSW communities more resilient to disasters 

• Rare opportunity to design and build cloud-based data analytics platforms and solutions 

• Full-time on-going position working out of Sydney CBD and Parramatta offices 

• Salary $125,693 - $138,510 pa, plus superannuation and annual leave loading  

About the Agency 

The NSW Reconstruction Authority (the Authority) is a statutory corporation within Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure. The Authority will improve how NSW plans for disasters and help communities to recover from them faster. 

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, NGOs, businesses, and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities, and other stakeholders. 

About the Role 

Due to unprecedent natural disasters, there has been a significant increase in data collected and analysed by the NSW Reconstruction Authority. We owe it to disaster affected communities to harness and surface this data to inform reconstruction, hasten recovery and build resilience to future events. 

The role is responsible for setting up data ingestion pipelines, automation of manual processes and the continual enrichment of a centralised data repository that supports insights generation and informing hazard risk models.  

This role provides expert advice to internal and external stakeholders on good data practices, solution design, and is responsible for innovative use of technology within the agency.  

Key responsibilities of this role include (but are not limited to): 

• Data ingestion using compliant processes 

• Enrichment and maintenance of a centralised data repository that is scalable and interoperable 

• Be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for transformation of data, it’s preparation for modelling and insights generation in a cloud environment. 

• Staying abreast of Data Engineering good practice, locating new data sets for modellers, and innovative uses of analytics tooling. 

About You 

You thrive on blank slate projects or in start-ups where ingenuity, simple design, and problem solving are drivers for success. You already have wide-ranging BI and analytics skills and won’t be deterred if you need to pick a few new ones along the way. You love collaborating with peers in other government departments with a view to learning from their experiences and leveraging off their data sets.  

What We’re Looking For: 

• You’re an Azure expert who is proficient in designing, building, and managing scalable data solutions. You excel at ingesting and transforming complex data, curating it for consumption by analysts in the wider business.    

• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI and Snowflake is highly desirable. Knowledge of geospatial tools like ArcGIS, would be a definite plus. 

• You’re a great communicator who can engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders to elicit requirements and translate them into efficient data engineering solutions that are sustainable, secure, and fit for purpose. 

• You’re passionate about improving existing data pipelines and analytics infrastructure while exploring new technologies and methods to enhance effectiveness. 

• You’re a problem-solver with a ‘can-do’ attitude. You thrive in a collaborative team environment where knowledge-sharing and continuous learning are part of the culture. 

You must have: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent Data Analytics qualifications. 

• An ability and willingness to travel within NSW and support other operational roles during disasters, emergencies, and other events, consistent with skills, background, and personal circumstances. 

Please review the role description here: Senior Data Engineer  

If you experience any issues with RD access, please email Kathy.Le@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.  

How Do I Apply? 

1. Attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential requirements and capabilities of this role, as specified in the role description. 

2. Attach an updated resume on your capabilities, skills, and experience relevant to the role. 

For more information about this role, please contact Sanjay Acquilla, Manager Data Engineering - Sanjay.Acquilla@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au 

Applications close at 11.55pm on Sunday, 23rd February 2025. 

Diversity  

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation. 

Please contact people@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au  if you require any adjustment to apply for this role. 

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.