.Net Architect - NV1 Clearance Required

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.

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.