
BI/Data Engineer – Automation and Innovation
21 hours ago
Help Shape the Future of Data and AI at Sydney: Join Us as a Data Engineer
- Location: Camperdown Campus
- Employment Type: Full time, 12 month fixed-term position
- Base Salary : $103,185 plus 17% superannuation
- Applications Close: 11.59pm 29th September 2025
Are you a creative data wrangler with a passion for storytelling through dashboards, AI enablement, and building elegant data pipelines?
The Automation & Innovation Hub at the University of Sydney is seeking a technically skilled and business-savvy Data Engineer to power the University's most advanced data solutions and AI projects. From designing robust reporting frameworks to fuelling machine learning workflows, this is your chance to make an impact at a world-class institution.
About the Role
As a Data Engineer, you'll play a central role in designing, developing, and delivering end-to-end data solutions that underpin strategic and operational decisions across the University.
- build and maintain scalable data pipelines, dashboards, and analytics environments using tools like SQL , Python , and Azure Data Factory
- deliver data-driven insights for executive decision-makers, frontline staff, and AI-enabled automation tools
- collaborate with data scientists and AI engineers to prepare high-quality datasets for machine learning models
- guide junior data team members and foster best practices in data engineering and reporting
- work in a fast-paced agile team environment, turning complex technical challenges into clean, impactful data solutions
- get hands-on with the tech stack supporting automation, predictive analytics, natural language processing, and cloud-based data delivery.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- has a bachelor's degree in information technology, Business, Statistics, or a related field
- understands data pipelines from end to end—ingestion, transformation, and visualisation
- has experience with SQL, and Python
- can balance technical expertise with stakeholder engagement—running workshops, gathering requirements, and translating needs into data solutions
- has an eye for continuous improvement and a mindset for innovation.
Why Join Us?
- collaborate with high-performing teams in AI, automation, software engineering, and data science
- be part of high-impact, University-wide digital transformation projects
- enjoy hybrid work options, professional development opportunities, and a progressive team culture
- help shape the future of AI-driven decision-making in higher education
- competitive salary and access to various career acceleration programs
- access mentoring, learning resources, and technical leadership opportunities.
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion .
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Sade Mintah, Recruitment Operations by email to
The University of Sydney
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Applications Close
Monday 29 September :59 PM
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