EL1 Lead data Engineer
Duration
: 12 months, potential 6 month extension
Location
: CBR
Hourly Rate
: $78-$88 per hour
Clearance
: Baseline
Our federal government client is seeking a skilled
Data Engineer
to join a collaborative data and technology team supporting the delivery and maintenance of scientific data products and infrastructure capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, validate, optimise, and document machine learning workflows.
Support the development and maintenance of data ingestion and transformation pipelines.
Contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of data platform code bases.
Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to stakeholders and end users.
Identify and implement improvements to existing algorithms, systems, and processes.
Develop, maintain, and enhance automated testing and deployment pipelines within cloud environments.
Support the availability, performance, and reliability of systems and services.
Embed security practices and tools into systems, software development processes, and CI/CD pipelines.
Support ongoing data operations and administrative activities as required.
Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
About You
Demonstrated experience working with large and complex geospatial datasets in cloud-based environments.
Robust knowledge of data access, management, editing, and governance protocols.
Experience providing advice and guidance on data processes, systems,



tools, and best practices.
Proven technical leadership within software development environments, including driving development standards, tools, and secure delivery practices.
Experience with data engineering orchestration, containerisation technologies, and Python development.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience developing and maintaining automated testing and deployment pipelines.
A focus on security, performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Desirable Experience
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
Experience fostering collaboration and contributing to an inclusive, high-performing team environment.
Key Technical Skills
Data engineering and workflow orchestration
Python programming
Containerisation technologies
Cloud-based data platforms
Data pipeline development and maintenance
Automated testing and deployment
CI/CD practices
Geospatial data management
System performance and reliability monitoring
Cybersecurity and secure development practices
Our Commitment
We are committed to inclusive and culturally safe recruitment practices and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and career stages. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
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📌 El1 Lead Data Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 ONPOINT 365
📍 Canberra