We're hiring

Senior Data Engineer

• Design, develop and build a modern unified data platform from the ground up!
• Newly created role – permanent full-time position based in Mascot
• Competitive salary!

About the job

Do you have a passion for designing, building, and managing a cutting-edge data platform? Are you excited about establishing a strong DataOps practice and collaborating with a diverse range of internal stakeholders? If so, join as a Senior Data Engineer in this newly created role!

Who we are

REMONDIS is one of the world's largest recycling, service and water companies. We’re a privately owned family company headquartered in Germany, with over 40,000 employees and operations on four continents. We’ve been here in Australia since 1982.

The waste industry is evolving at a cracking pace. REMONDIS Australia is also in the midst of our own organisational evolution. We are building the systems, processes and infrastructure we need to remain at the forefront of the circular economy journey. As such, we’re searching for individuals who have the resilience and drive required to help us on that path.

Together, we believe we can achieve a more sustainable future; a future in which waste is a resource. 

The Role

As the Senior Data Engineer you will work closely with state, regional and national teams, accountable for supporting our internal stakeholders regarding data quality, improvement and efficiency, from operational to head office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement, operationalise and manage the target Data Platform in Microsoft Fabric.
• Design, build, test, and maintain robust, reliable and scalable data pipelines.
• Combine data from various sources and technologies to create a unified and scalable data ecosystem, ensuring data is accurate, reliable and accessible.
• Design, implement and optimize databases for performance, integrity, and security.
• Implement processes to validate, cleanse data and perform regular audits to maintain data quality.
• Work with ICT and business teams to understand business needs and requirements to deliver effective, efficient and robust data solutions.

What You’ll Need:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience in managing and optimizing data platform solutions, such as Microsoft Fabric or Databricks.
• Proficient in key Microsoft and open-source technologies that underpin modern Lakehouse architectures, including Medallion architecture, Delta Lake, Data Lake/OneLake, Apache Spark, Data Factory, and SQL Analytics Endpoint.
• Extensive experience in designing and deploying scalable, robust data pipelines that ensure efficient data flow and processing. Including ETL and ELT processes.
• Proficient in Python, PySpark, Scala, and T-SQL programming languages.
• Experience with Notebooks, CI/CD, GitHub/Git.
• Proven experience overseeing and operationalising the entire data lifecycle.
• Expertise in SQL and database technologies (e.g., MS SQL)
• Experience working in an agile environment supported by DataOps / DevOps practices and principals.
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools such as Power BI is a plus.

Who You Are:

You are a self-driven influencer who is a critical thinker with a personable and analytical approach. You are comfortable working in an operational environment, alternating between a variety of projects across a dynamic business and its stakeholders.

Are you with us? To Apply:

You’ll need a copy of a proof of full working entitlement in Australia, undergo a police check and pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test.

REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we invite you to be part of an organisation that fosters a diverse workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.