Senior Data Engineer

Summary

The Senior Data Engineer will design and build a new data platform from scratch, focusing on scalable pipelines, ETL processes, and Power BI reporting. The role involves working with SQL Server, .NET scripting, and modern cloud data tools in a hybrid environment.

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Our Bay of Plenty based client is an industry-leading production company passionate about their in-house data engineering, analysis and innovative tech solutions. Our client is currently building an in-house data platform from scratch and is looking for a skilledData Engineer.With brand new offices, great work culture, hybrid working (2 days WFH) and plenty of upcoming cutting-edge tech projects on the horizon, this is a great opportunity to make a lasting difference.

You will, as part of a collaborative team, contribute to the development of a brand new data platform usingyour data gathering, preparation, engineering and analytical experience.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Data Engineering; design and develop scalable and reusable data pipelines
  • Power BI encompassing Dimensional Modelling, overseeing ETL/DI design and implementation, Reporting Services/front-end report design and build, Analysis Services, SharePoint/Power Platform integration

Skills & Experience required:

  • Minimum 5 years hands-on experience implementing Data solutions.
  • Experience in roles that cover data gathering, engineering, analysis and visualisation. Prefer SharePoint work & integration exposure.
  • Experience with Microsoft Fabric and modern cloud data platforms preferred
  • Develop Fit for purpose/Fit for future Data Platform incl. Extract Transform and Load process
  • Data governance and ability to comply with Privacy Act
  • An enthusiastic and hardworking attitude with the ability to work flexible and sometimes extended hours (including weekends).
  • Competitive salary and health insurance
  • Brand new offices with the ability to work from home 2 days per week
  • Opportunity to work with one of the largest and most innovative horticulture industry alongside an incredibly diverse team from many walks of life
  • Great company culture, passionate about your professional and personal development offering training, conferences, and courses
  • Location: Te puke, Bay of Plenty
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #2629

Our Bay of Plenty based client is an industry-leading production company passionate about their in-house data engineering, analysis and innovative tech solutions. Our client is currently building an in-house data platform from scratch and is looking for a skilledData Engineer.With brand new offices, great work culture, hybrid working (2 days WFH) and plenty of upcoming cutting-edge tech projects on the horizon, this is a great opportunity to make a lasting difference.

You will, as part of a collaborative team, contribute to the development of a brand new data platform usingyour data gathering, preparation, engineering and analytical experience.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Data Engineering; design and develop scalable and reusable data pipelines
  • Power BI encompassing Dimensional Modelling, overseeing ETL/DI design and implementation, Reporting Services/front-end report design and build, Analysis Services, SharePoint/Power Platform integration
  • Data development (SQL Server 2008+, T-SQL, stored procedures, XML, JSON, ETL/ELT development, Service Broker/messaging integration, security, good diagnostic skills, instrumenting & metering pipelines)
  • Database administration (SQL Server 2008+, 3NF design principals, performance monitor & enhance, auditing, security)
  • General development (PowerShell/scripting, VB.NET and/or C#.NET, good diagnostic skills, instrumenting & metering experience)

Skills & Experience required:

  • Minimum 5 years hands-on experience implementing Data solutions.
  • Experience in roles that cover data gathering, engineering, analysis and visualisation. Prefer SharePoint work & integration exposure.
  • Experience with Microsoft Fabric and modern cloud data platforms preferred
  • Develop Fit for purpose/Fit for future Data Platform incl. Extract Transform and Load process
  • Data governance and ability to comply with Privacy Act
  • An enthusiastic and hardworking attitude with the ability to work flexible and sometimes extended hours (including weekends).

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and health insurance
  • Brand new offices with the ability to work from home 2 days per week
  • Opportunity to work with one of the largest and most innovative horticulture industry alongside an incredibly diverse team from many walks of life
  • Great company culture, passionate about your professional and personal development offering training, conferences, and courses

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