Senior Data Engineer Job at Aurizon (Brisbane)

Senior Data Engineer

Aurizon

Location:
Australia , Brisbane

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will provide thought leadership and deliver cutting‑edge capabilities in data acquisition, modelling, transformation and publication. Your work will enable Aurizon to unlock insights, scale analytics, and support high‑value decision‑making across the business. This is your chance to influence enterprise‑wide data strategy and build industry‑leading data solutions — while collaborating with experts across technology, operations, finance and commercial teams. This 18‑month contract role exists due to internal movement and presents a rare opportunity to step into a high‑impact, future‑focused position within our Data and Insights team.

Job Responsibility:

Build and deliver end‑to‑end enterprise data pipelines to drive operational, financial and commercial improvements
Provide expert guidance on data architecture, solution design, standards and best practice
Lead the development and continuous improvement of scalable data platforms
Support acquisition, integration, retention and publication of complex data across diverse business use cases
Prototype and develop next‑generation on‑prem and cloud-based data solutions across structured and unstructured datasets
Balance innovation with value, practicality and risk
Improve service delivery, technical support and change management processes

Requirements:

Relevant degree in computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics or similar (Master’s preferred)
Senior data engineering or data warehousing expertise
Deep experience architecting scalable modern data platforms (cloud and/or on‑prem)
Strong capability across data modelling, transformation, cleansing and publication
Experience with machine learning frameworks, modern programming tools and agile delivery
Ability to explain technical concepts simply to business stakeholders
Strong collaboration skills — you enjoy working with SMEs, senior managers and executives
Exceptional communication and problem‑solving abilities

What we offer:

Development and growth opportunities
Access to mentoring and development programs
Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands
Parental leave program and super booster

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 13, 2026

Expiration:
February 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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