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Senior Data Engineer


Company : NSW Government


Location : Albury, New south wales


Created : 2026-05-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces,placesand economies. Up to two permanent full-time opportunities,possible talentpool creation for future opportunities Parramatta officelocation with flexible working supported Salaryrelativeto experience, and ranges from $129,464to $142,665p.a+ super Whatsin it for me? Join our team for afantastic culturewith dynamic collaboration andgenuine long-term career support. We offerflexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritisework/life balanceand wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs.Additionally,weare committed tofostering a diverse and inclusive workplacewhere everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed. The role As a Senior Data Engineer, your primary roleis to develop secure, scalable, and high-performance data solutions with a strong emphasis on data governance and compliance. You will design, develop, and optimise end-to-end data pipelines using SQL and Azure Data Factory, ensuring efficient data ingestion, transformation, orchestration, and storage across complex environments. Collaborating with engineering, analytics, and architecture teams, you will implement robust, reusable, and maintainable data infrastructure. The role will also play a key part in the departments transition to Microsoft Fabric, including designing and implementing data solutions within Fabric (Lakehouse, Warehouse, Pipelines and Notebooks) and supporting the migration of existing Azure-based data platforms (ADF, Azure SQL) to Fabric. Key challenges include balancing competing demands to deliver quality services and developing broader knowledge of platforms and technologies to create more complex solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to translate data requirements into scalable solutions, enforce data security and compliance, and continuously improve data workflows to ensure reliability and scalability. For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Data Engineer What you will bringto the role Microsoft Fabric Experience: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, including Data Engineering, Lakehouse/Warehouse, Pipelines, and Notebooks. Experience in migrating or building solutions on Fabric is highly desirable. Advanced SQL Expertise: Strongproficiencyin query optimisation, performance tuning, indexing strategies, and stored procedures. Azure Data Factory (ADF) & Microsoft Fabric Experience:Hands-on experience in designing, orchestrating, and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines across ADF and/or Microsoft Fabric environments. Azure Functions & Logic Apps: Ability to develop and deploy serverless data transformation and integration solutions. CI/CD Pipelines Knowledge: Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and automation for data solutions using Azure DevOps. Data Security & Governance: Understanding of RBAC, Managed Identities, and Data Masking techniques. Modern Data Platform Architecture: Strong understanding of modern data architectures including Lakehouse, Delta Lake, andOneLakeconcepts within Microsoft Fabric Programming & Data Processing Languages: Strong hands-on experience in Python andPySpark, with the ability to develop and optimise data transformations using Fabric Notebooks and Spark-based processing within Lakehouse architectures. What is an essential requirement: Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-700) or actively working towards certification. About us TheDepartment of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI)improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW.To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands,assetsand property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the fulldiversity of the community we serveandbuilds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people,communitiesand entities. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments. Join us If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications close11:55pm Sunday 12thApril 2026 Should you require further information about the role please contactDenniss Reddy, Manager Data Analytics at To enhance your account security,PageUpis introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow thestep by stepguidehere. If you experience anyissuesplease reach out on (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1. Atalentpool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanentresident, orhold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss anyaccommodations or adjustmentsthat may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity toshowcaseyour talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team viaor (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference ''Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number''. Check outourAboriginal applicants guidetoassistwith applying for the role or contact ourAboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn.