Data Engineer

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Data Engineer (Job Number: 2500019L)

About the role

Data is at the heart of our decision-making, and we're looking for a skilled Data Engineer to help us harness its full potential. You'll be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the systems and processes that enable the seamless flow of data from diverse sources into a central, usable environment.

In this exciting role, you will:

- Assist in building and improving our data systems in the cloud (mostly AWS).
- Help look after our data storage places, like data warehouses and data lakes, so we can keep lots of different kinds of data organized.
- Make sure our data experts have the data, tools, and places they need to do their roles.
- Find ways to make data tasks easier and faster by using automation, and help make our data systems run smoothly and cost-effectively.
- Help make sure we handle data properly and keep it safe, following best practices.
- Work with the RACQ tech team on new projects and when we release updates.
- This is a 21-month fixed-term contract.

About you

- Expertise in SQL for writing and optimizing complex queries.
- Working experience with AWS environments and services, with Redshift and S3 as a strong preference.
- Working knowledge of Python.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Solid software development skills and a strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Demonstrated ability to interpret requirements, solve problems, and make sound decisions.
- Proven ability to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Why join RACQ?

It is an exciting time to be part of RACQ as we continue our transformation towards better, smarter solutions that deliver more security and prosperity for Queenslanders. We are big enough to make a real difference in our community, yet small enough to nurture your professional and personal development.

By joining RACQ, you’ll be part of new sustainability initiatives, including a commitment to being a carbon-neutral organisation by 2032. We’ve invested in and partnered with sustainable companies, including the introduction of home solar and batteries, Green Home and Car Loans, and many other products and initiatives. We’ll continue to advocate for, research, and offer green solutions.

RACQ is committed to ensuring that every employee has access to flexibility in their role. We encourage all candidates to discuss what flexibility means to you, and how we can help you find your balance.

At RACQ, we are passionate about building a diverse and inclusive workplace to create better outcomes for our employees and our members. We aim for our teams to be a true reflection of our communities and are committed to inclusion, particularly for people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability-related barriers in securing employment. Applicants from these and other diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us at the time of applying.

What we offer you:

Our employee benefits are designed to enrich your work life, your home, and the community you live in, some of these include:

- Financial benefits and discounts on a range of banking, assistance, and insurance products.
- Give back to our communities with paid volunteer leave, payroll giving, and volunteering for community events such as MotorFest.
- A range of flexible working and leave options, parental leave of 16 weeks primary carer leave, purchased leave up to 4 weeks per year, cultural observance leave, substitution of public holidays for cultural/religious reasons, personal leave for wellbeing, gender affirmation leave.
- Prioritise your wellbeing with discounts on health programs and access to wellbeing initiatives, such as annual flu vaccinations, corporate health insurance offer, and free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Invest in your development with in-house development programs and access to an extensive digital learning platform.

Please Note: to objectively and comprehensively assess your potential and suitability for the role, RACQ may require you to complete psychometric assessments and/or background checks (which may include working rights, professional references, employment history, qualification/education, professional membership, criminal history, credit, bankruptcy, watch list, politically exposed person, ASIC financial register, directorship, and driving history checks) as part of the application process.

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