Senior Data Engineer- CONTRACT

• Location: Te puke, Bay of Plenty
• Type: Contract
• Job #2629

Our Bay of Plenty based client is an industry-leading production company passionate about their in-house data engineering, analysis and innovative tech solutions. Our client is currently building an in-house data platform from scratch and is looking for a skilled Data Engineer.  With brand new offices, great work culture, hybrid working (2 days WFH) and plenty of upcoming cutting-edge tech projects on the horizon, this is a great opportunity to make a lasting difference.  

You will, as part of a collaborative team, contribute to the development of a brand new data platform using your data gathering, preparation, engineering and analytical experience.
  
Key responsibilities include:

• Data Engineering; design and develop scalable and reusable data pipelines
• Power BI encompassing Dimensional Modelling, overseeing ETL/DI design and implementation, Reporting Services/front-end report design and build, Analysis Services, SharePoint/Power Platform integration
• Data development (SQL Server 2008+, T-SQL, stored procedures, XML, JSON, ETL/ELT development, Service Broker/messaging integration, security, good diagnostic skills, instrumenting & metering pipelines)
• Database administration (SQL Server 2008+, 3NF design principals, performance monitor & enhance, auditing, security)
• General development (PowerShell/scripting, VB.NET and/or C#.NET, good diagnostic skills, instrumenting & metering experience)

Skills & Experience required:

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience implementing Data solutions.
• Experience in roles that cover data gathering, engineering, analysis and visualisation. Prefer SharePoint work & integration exposure.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric and modern cloud data platforms preferred
• Develop Fit for purpose/Fit for future Data Platform incl. Extract Transform and Load process
• Data governance and ability to comply with Privacy Act
• An enthusiastic and hardworking attitude with the ability to work flexible and sometimes extended hours (including weekends).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and health insurance
• Brand new offices with the ability to work from home 2 days per week
• Opportunity to work with one of the largest and most innovative horticulture industry alongside an incredibly diverse team from many walks of life
• Great company culture, passionate about your professional and personal development offering training, conferences, and courses