Data Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proficient Data Engineer to join their dynamic IT and Software team in Queenstown. This role is essential for building and maintaining the infrastructure and systems that allow for the collection, storage, processing, and analysis of large volumes of data. You will work closely with data scientists and analysts to ensure data availability, quality, and reliability, enabling data-driven insights and strategies. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated engineer to contribute to building a robust data ecosystem, working with cutting-edge technologies and supporting the company's strategic data initiatives, ensuring that data pipelines are efficient, scalable, and secure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Develop and optimize data warehousing solutions and data lakes.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data systems.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand their data needs and provide solutions.
• Automate data-related processes and monitor data pipeline performance.
• Implement data governance policies and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in data engineering, software development, or a related role.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data warehousing concepts.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong programming skills in languages like Python or Scala.
• Familiarity with ETL tools and data pipeline orchestration (e.g., Airflow).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training and conferences.
• Flexible working arrangements, including a remote-first approach.
• Access to advanced data processing tools and technologies.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking team environment.

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