Data Engineer

Aurora Energy is at the forefront of Tasmania's energy transformation, committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving innovation within the energy sector. We believe in harnessing the power of data to shape our future and are seeking a talented Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. If you're passionate about leveraging data to drive business outcomes and thrive in an environment that values curiosity and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

The Opportunity:

As a Data Engineer at Aurora Energy, you'll be instrumental in transforming our data and analytics capabilities. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering both immediate enhancements and long-term strategic solutions that directly impact business transformation and customer experience outcomes. This role embodies our value of 'Curiosity. Bring it. Use it,' as you'll be empowered to develop cost-effective, creative, and innovative data solutions while championing data literacy and robust governance practices across the organization.

This role is open to applicants based in either Hobart or Launceston.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will:

• Client Consultation: Engage with internal stakeholders to understand their data needs and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Solution & Data Architecture: Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines and architectures, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. You'll be instrumental in optimizing our data landscape within Snowflake, ensuring efficient data storage, processing, and retrieval.
• Data Analytics: Support data analysis initiatives, providing clean, reliable data for reporting and insights.
• Data Governance: Advocate for and implement best practices in data governance, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with various teams, communicating technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance our data platforms and processes, contributing to a culture of ongoing innovation. This includes leveraging tools like Matillion for efficient data integration and transformation, and optimizing data delivery for reporting through Power BI.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong expertise in designing, building, and optimizing data pipelines and data warehouses.
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake for cloud data warehousing.
• Proficiency in data integration and ETL/ELT tools, with specific experience using Matillion highly regarded.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools, particularly Power BI.
• A solid understanding of data governance principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a curious mindset, always seeking innovative solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A passion for continuous learning and improvement in the data landscape.

Why Join Aurora Energy?

This is an exciting time to join Aurora Energy as we embark on significant data-driven initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact, work with cutting-edge technologies, and be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values your contributions. We offer a stimulating work environment where your curiosity will be celebrated, and your skills will be continually developed.

About You

• A degree in computer science, system analysis or related study and equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in the data analytics and business intelligence solutions field, with exposure to data warehousing, cloud technology, integration and data management systems
• Experience in the practical application of new and emerging technologies
• Strong stakeholder management skills (Connection)
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills (Vision)
• Knowledge of financial models and budgeting
• Ability to work with partners in an outsourced environment (Connection)
• Proven experience in agile ways of working (Action)
• A strong commitment to innovation and continuous improvement (Vision)

What's on Offer

With a focus on innovation and delivering better customer outcomes, there has never been a better time to work in the Tasmanian energy sector with Aurora Energy. Be a part of Tasmanians' energy future and make a strong contribution to the ongoing success of our business.

We work hard to create a workplace that is welcoming and flexible, while balancing the needs of our people, the business and our customers.

Our 'Better Fit' Program offers hybrid working. Our offices feature collaborative spaces, quiet pods, sit/stand desks, and meetings rooms of all sizes—all fully integrated with the latest collaborative working technologies and amenities.

How to Apply

If you have what it takes, please click 'I'm interested' ensuring you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, as well as an up-to-date resume. Please sign up with your personal email address.

Applications close 9am Monday, 14 July 2025.