Data Engineering Manager

Ready to make an impact? We are!

Woolworths NZ is transforming to make Kiwis lives better everyday. Our internal wiq (Woolworths and Quantium) Advanced Analytics team is focused on helping to rapidly drive this change by unlocking the power of data to reimagine retail.

Our NZ Data & Advanced Analytics team is one of the largest in NZ, we are highly skilled and dedicated working within some of NZ's largest Datasets in an Agile model allowing us to solve complex problems for the NZ business and across Woolworths Group. We are innovators, investigators and apply Customer first thinking to all we do.

About the Role | Mō te Tūranga

As the wiqNZ Data Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of ~10 data engineers and work in close collaboration with the wiqNZ analytics domain teams to design, develop, implement and scale the WWNZ data platform and Advanced Analytics solutions using predominantly Google Cloud (GCP) products. This work is done in multidisciplinary teams in close partnership with Architects, Data Scientists and Analysts, with engineers having the primary responsibility for productionising and scaling solutions.

You will help to guide a shift to a Group-first data mindset across all areas, including platform alignment, to support the value and innovation unlock of operating as a Group, supporting the continuous improvement of technical capabilities in wiqNZ, as well as building a talent pipeline and future leaders.

Key responsibilities include :

• Lead, coach and support the wiqNZ Data Engineering team to deliver their responsibilities and work collaboratively together within NZ and with peers in Group, as well as being hands-on and executing them directly where appropriate for larger, more complex projects.
• Collaborate closely with your peers in Australia to support and drive improved data governance across the organisation
• Design / Develop Cloud based data pipelines / apps / ML models to solve a broad range of business problems.
• Participate as a contributor to Agile Squads, sharing your knowledge and contributing from your own subject matter expertise, but also inputting and taking on any appropriate multidisciplinary tasks to help the squad succeed.

About You | Mōu

We are seeking a highly skilled individual with a diverse range of expertise to join our team. Our ideal candidate will excel in problem-solving, breaking down complex challenges into actionable components, and developing practical solutions while adhering to the principle of simplicity. A demonstrable track record in Cloud, Data, Application, or Machine Learning engineering is essential, with proficiency in contemporary coding practices (., DevOps, MLOps, CI / CD) and deep technical knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP), preferably holding certification as a Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer.

Hands-on experience with databases, data manipulation, and performance optimisation is essential, alongside familiarity with Enterprise Architecture and data transformation initiatives. Knowledge of container technologies, microservices, and strong ETL experience using tools like DBT, Airflow, and Pandas is preferred.

As this role has a team leadership component, you will have a proven track record in developing and mentoring team members, fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.

Our Benefits | To Tatou Painga

• Genuine flexibility in how and where you work
• Ongoing development within an ANZ team and access to COE / specialist career opportunities
• Grocery discount card and discounted online shopping delivery
• Banking and insurance (health, life etc) discounts
• Global and local career opportunities

Working with Woolworths NZ | Me mahi tahi tatou ki Woolworths NZ

With over 185 stores and 20,000 team members across Aotearoa, we've made it our mission to make Kiwi lives a little better every day.

We're friendly, down-to-earth, and energetic - we work hard but we have a great time doing it, and we love what we do. There is plenty of scope for new ideas, lots of room for you to add value, and importantly, you'll be working with a business that touches the lives of three million New Zealanders a week.

Come as you are | Nau mai, whakatau mai

We’re an equal opportunity employer and are committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all.

If you’re smart and good at what you do, let’s work together | Me mahi tahi tatou