Principal Consultant

What you'll be doing

We're looking for a senior data specialist to own the journey from legacy silos to a unified lakehouse on Databricks. You'll steer presales conversations, facilitate discovery workshops, shape target architecture and guide a high performing engineering team that turns raw data into trusted insight.

•    Lead migration and analytics engagements on Databricks from scoping through production hand over. 
•    Design, build and optimise batch or streaming pipelines into Delta Lake, governed by Unity Catalog.

•    Model data using medallion principles and champion standards that keep quality, lineage and security front of mind.

•    Embed automated testing, monitoring and CI/CD so releases are fast and recoverable.

•    Deliver curated Power BI datasets, dashboards and reusable APIs that enable near real time insight and bi directional syncs.

•    Mentor engineers, resolve blockers quickly and present progress, risks and ROI to executives and clients.

What will make you successful in this role? 

•    A track record of architecting and delivering Databricks lakehouse solutions at scale.

•    Advanced SQL plus Python or Scala, with deep knowledge of Delta Lake, Unity Catalog and DevOps automation. 
•    Experience integrating enterprise systems through REST, messaging or ETL tools and governing enterprise data models.

•    Confident stakeholder engagement—from technical deep dives to board level briefings.
Nice to have

•    Exposure to IBM i/DB2, ConnectWise, HubSpot, Boomi, Snowflake or Tableau.

•    Hands on experience operationalising machine learning workloads in Databricks.

•    Familiarity with cost optimisation and FinOps in cloud analytics environments.

Why is this an exciting opportunity?

Atturra is one of the fastest growing ASX-listed advisory and IT solutions companies in Australia, giving you a strong foundation to fulfil your career ambitions. 
We currently have 1100+ professionals working across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Hong Kong who are using innovation to lead the way.  This is your chance to make an impact. Come and join our talented and creative team of change makers to redefine the future through technology. 
The Data & Integration business unit helps clients unlock the full potential of data by integrating systems and applications, enabling digital transformation through our comprehensive on-premises, hybrid, and cloud integration solutions. We specialise in Boomi, Smartsheet, and OpenText.

What our people say: 
"We are working towards a very bright future."
"It's a company with vision and a promising future."

Why you'll love working here 

Culture of possibility 
At Atturra we embrace innovation within our teams, fostering an environment of possibility and growth. We believe in creating a supportive and welcoming culture, where everyone is encouraged to achieve success through collaboration, continuous learning, and smart work practices. 

A strong set of company values 
Our culture is reflected by our employees who demonstrate camaraderie, innovation, dedication, respect and excellence in everything they do. These traits have become integral to the way we do business and are the values we strive for. 

Valuable employee benefits 

•    Employee benefits, recognition, and wellbeing platform 
•    Career growth via succession planning, internal promotions, and mentorship opportunities

•    Ongoing investment in professional development through industry and technology certifications, and study assistance

•    Mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program

•    Support for family and caring responsibilities, including paid parental leave

•    Employee referral program, with monetary incentives offered  

Commitment to supporting Australia's veterans  
Atturra is proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and is committed to supporting Australia's veteran community. We aim to enhance the employment experience for veterans by improving recruitment, support, retention, and leadership opportunities to ensure they have a meaningful and impactful career with us. 

What our people say: 
"Atturra has a great working environment and management are very supportive of their staff. We celebrate success and have fun while working hard."

How to apply 

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Atturra is committed to addressing the digital skills gap and advocating for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of Veteran or service status, gender, LGBTQI+ identity, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, or age.