Job title: Junior Data Engineer
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: negotiable
Job published: 17/02/2026

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Data Engineer x 2

Security Clearance: Baseline

Duration: Initial 12 months

Industry: Information Technology

Functional Expertise: Data Engineering

Sub-functional Expertise: Azure Data and Reporting

Location of work: Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney

Working arrangements: Hybrid

Closing date: 9 AM Friday 20 February, 2026

Description:

Our client is seeking two Junior Data Engineers to join their AI & Data team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development and maintenance of data solutions that support data generation, collection and processing across systems.

You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment, supporting data migration and integration activities while ensuring data quality and performance optimisation. This role requires advanced proficiency in Azure SQL Database and strong experience across data engineering practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop and maintain data solutions for data generation, collection and processing
  • Develop and manage data pipelines to support migration and deployment activities
  • Implement ETL processes to migrate and integrate data across systems
  • Monitor and optimise data pipelines to ensure performance and reliability
  • Conduct regular data quality assessments and implement improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data-driven strategies
  • Contribute to technical decisions and provide solutions to complex data challenges
  • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data engineering

Requirements:

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Azure SQL Database
  • Advanced proficiency in Data Migrations
  • Advanced proficiency in Data Access
  • Advanced proficiency in Data Engineering
  • Advanced proficiency in Data Pipelines
  • Advanced proficiency in Data Processing
  • Experience working as an Azure Data / Reporting Engineer
  • Ability to collaborate across multiple teams

Key Capabilities:

  • Ability to act as a subject matter expert within the team
  • Capability to manage and contribute to team decisions
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills across multiple teams
  • Problem-solving skills to deliver solutions for immediate and broader team challenges
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and data quality

How to apply:

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.