Data Engineer

Overview

• Build scalable data pipelines
• Join a high-performing, agile, and collaborative team
• Salary between $115K - $125K per annum

He angitūtanga : The opportunity

We’re looking for a Data Engineer to join our high-performing, solutions-focused team. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and maintain data pipelines from various source systems into our new data lake, ensuring efficient and reliable data flows that support Council’s data infrastructure. We’re not looking for a senior – instead, we want a strong team player who has experience in data engineering, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings cultural fit as well as technical skills. Experience working in Agile and SAFE frameworks is important, along with a collaborative mindset and a drive to deliver results.

Key Responsibilities :

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About you

You’ll bring at least five years’ experience in data and analytics roles within organisations of high data maturity, supported by a technical or professional qualification in Computer Science, IT, Statistics, Engineering, or a related discipline. A strong understanding of data warehousing and BI architecture is essential, including ETL processes, relational and dimensional modelling, and end-to-end solution development. Just as importantly, you’ll be a team player who can work collaboratively across functions, keeping customer needs at the centre. Experience from banking or finance industries will be highly valued.

Key Skills and Experience :

What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Applications close : Sunday 28 September 2025

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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

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