XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd | Contract
Melbourne, Australia | Posted on 09/04/2026
XPT SoftwareAustralia PTY Ltd, incorporated in ****, is a Software Services company
XPT works with topclients across Australia in Banking, Insurance, Telecom,Retail, Energy, Mining and Manufacturingdomains.
We have 120+technocrats in Australia working at our clientlocations.
XPT SoftwareAustralia is part of group companies which has globalpresence across India & Europe.
We have served100+ clients globally, fulfilling their onsite-offshoreneeds.
Job Description
Role Overview
We are seeking a highlyexperiencedLead Data Engineerto drive the strategy, architecture,delivery, and optimization of enterprise-scale data platforms on MicrosoftAzure.
The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strongleadership, stakeholder management, and delivery governance capabilities tobuild scalable, secure, and cost-effective data solutions.
Must-Have Skills
Strongexpertise inSQL, Python, and PySpark
Extensiveexperience withAzure Data Factory (ADF)andAzure Synapse Analytics.
Hands-onexperience withDelta Lake architectureand modern data lakehouseimplementations.
Advancedknowledge ofData ModelingandData Warehousingconcepts.
Strongexposure to theMicrosoft Fabricecosystem.
Provenexpertise in designingcloud-native data architecturesandenterprise-scale solutions.
Strongdesign thinkingand problem-solving capabilities.
Workingknowledge ofCI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Experienceincloud cost optimization, performance tuning, and resource governance.
Key Responsibilities
Leadand own theend-to-end delivery of enterprise data platforms,including architecture, development,



deployment, and optimization.
Defineand drive thedata platform roadmap, ensuring alignment withbusiness objectives and strategic priorities.
Architectand govern scalabledata pipelines, data models, data warehouses, andlakehouse solutionsusing Azure services.
Providetechnical leadership to Data Engineering teams through design reviews,code reviews, and implementation of engineering best practices.
Drivethe adoption and implementation ofMicrosoft Fabric, APIs, AzureFunctions, and Python-based solutions.
Ensureplatform scalability, reliability, security, and operational excellencewhile optimizing cloud costs.
Establishand enforcedata governance, data quality, security, and compliancestandards.
Implementand driveCI/CD, DevOps, and Agile delivery practicesacross thedata engineering landscape.
Collaboratewith business stakeholders, architects, and technology teams to translatebusiness requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Mentor,coach, and develop Data Engineering talent, fostering a culture ofcontinuous learning and innovation.
LeverageGitHub Copilot and AI-assisted engineering toolsto improve productivityand solution quality.
Driveinnovation by evaluating emerging technologies and identifyingopportunities for platform modernization.
Experience




10+yearsof overall IT experience, including10+ years in Data Engineering.
Minimum5+ years of leadership experiencemanaging large-scale DataEngineering programs and teams.
Proventrack record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering complexenterprise data transformation initiatives.
Experiencebuilding, hiring, and scaling high-performing Data Engineering teams.
Experienceworking withinmulti-vendor and globally distributed deliveryenvironments.
Strongexperience in stakeholder management, delivery governance, andexecutive-level communication.
Preferred Skills
Experiencebuilding and managingenterprise APIs and Azure Function Apps.
Experienceinsolution architecture, stakeholder engagement, and deliverygovernance.
Azurecertifications such as:
AzureSolutions Architect Expert
FamiliaritywithMLOps, Data Science, and AI-driven analytics solutions.
Hands-onexperience withPower BIand enterprise reporting platforms.
ExperienceleveragingAI and Generative AI capabilities within Data Engineeringecosystems.
Strongownership mindset with a focus on accountability and business outcomes.
Excellentcommunication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
Abilityto balancetechnical leadership with delivery and people managementresponsibilities.
Strategicthinker with a strong focus on execution excellence.
Strongconflict resolution and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Adaptabilityand resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Passionfor mentoring teams and fostering a culture of innovation and continuousimprovement.
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📌 Lead Data Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Xpt Software Australia
📍 Melbourne