Data Engineer - NV1 Clearance Required

Location: Melbourne or Canberra
Work Type: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)
Contract: Initial contract until 30 June 2027, with strong extension potential
Security Clearance: NV1 Clearance is mandatory

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join a high-profile technology program delivering modern data solutions in a collaborative Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and integration solutions
• Develop and optimise ETL/ELT processes for data ingestion, transformation, and storage
• Build batch and near real-time data processing solutions
• Collaborate with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver reliable data platforms
• Ensure data quality, performance, security, and governance across data environments
• Support cloud-based data platforms, data lakes, and data warehouses
• Troubleshoot data pipeline issues and optimise performance
• Contribute to automation, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

• 5+ years' experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar data-focused engineering role
• Strong experience developing ETL/ELT pipelines and data orchestration workflows
• Advanced SQL skills with experience across relational and NoSQL databases
• Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse, or equivalent
• Experience working with structured and semi-structured datasets
• Good understanding of data modelling and performance optimisation
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data engineering
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

If you hold an active NV1 Security Clearance and are looking for a long-term contract on a large-scale technology program, we'd love to hear from you.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Ian Cardinal on +617 3472 6580 or email icardinal@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.