Data Engineer
About the Role
We're looking for a hands-on Data Engineer with 3 to 5 years of experience to join the Accent Data team. This role blends delivery, support and learning, where you'll work closely with the wider data team to build and maintain the pipelines that power reporting, analytics and business initiatives across the group.
You'll cover the modern Azure data stack through to Databricks while working alongside a strong data team who'll support your growth in a fast-paced retail environment.
Write and optimise SQL to validate, shape and troubleshoot data across pipelines and data marts
Build, test and maintain data pipelines in Azure Data Factory to move and transform data across source systems and support company initiatives
Ability to process and transform data within Databricks using notebooks, build basic data pipelines, manage storage, and navigate core features like Unity Catalog
Contribute to data quality and documentation practices across the data landscape
Learn from and collaborate with senior members of the data team, growing your skills across the Azure data platform
To be successful you will have:
Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server or Azure SQL Database, including writing, troubleshooting, and optimizing queries and stored procedures
Experience building and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory, with broader exposure to Azure cloud data platforms
Working knowledge of Python for data engineering tasks or programming foundation in language other than SQL
Working with Databricks for data processing and transformation, including using notebooks, understanding key architecture concepts, and working with Unity Catalog
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
Good communication skills and comfort working closely with a data team
Experience in retail, or interest in retail data (trading, inventory, customer performance), is a plus but not essential
What We're Looking For
A hands-on, pragmatic problem solver who enjoys getting into the detail
Someone eager to learn, take feedback well, and grow into a stronger data engineer
Comfortable working as part of a team, asking questions, and building autonomy over time
A curious mindset with an interest in new tools, technologies and better ways of working
Accent Group is one of Australia and New Zealand's leading retail groups. Our portfolio includes some of the world's most recognisable footwear and lifestyle brands, including Platypus, Hype DC, The Athlete's Foot, Skechers, Vans, Subtype and Lacoste. We’re powered by innovation, collaboration, and a deep love for our brands and we’re looking for people who share that same drive.
Benefits
A dynamic and collaborative Support Office environment
Generous employee discounts across our extensive brand portfolio
Opportunities for career development and progression
The chance to work with some of the most recognised brands in Australian retail
A culture that encourages innovation, ownership and new ideas