Principal Data Engineer

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Allura Partners Full time $120,000 per year

Principal Data Engineer / Contract role / 6 Months / daily rate up to $1,200 a day

About the company

A Sydney-based organisation at the forefront of data-driven solutions, supporting businesses through innovation and digital transformation. With a growing team and strong market presence, the company is shaping the future of analytics with a commitment to excellence.

About the role

This Principal Data Engineer contract role (up to 6 months) will partner closely with senior stakeholders to deliver impactful data solutions. Reporting into the Head of Data, you'll provide technical leadership, shape strategy, and work within a collaborative hybrid Sydney-based team.

They are looking for someone that can start ASAP - max 2 week's notice

Benefits

  • Competitive daily rate up to $1,200
  • up to 6 Months contract
  • Hybrid working arrangement with Sydney CBD office presence

Duties/Key responsibilities

  • Design, build, and optimise scalable data solutions in Snowflake
  • Lead data pipeline development using dbt or similar tools
  • Leverage AWS for big data and analytics solutions
  • Partner with stakeholders to understand needs and deliver insights
  • Provide technical leadership and best practice guidance

Skills and experience

  • Proven experience as a principal Data Engineer with large-scale data environments
  • Strong Snowflake expertise and hands-on experience with dbt or similar
  • Proficiency with AWS
  • Background in big data technologies and analytics
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

If you're interested in this opportunity and feel you're the right fit please click "apply" 

About Allura Partners

Allura Partners was founded to support private equity firms by placing C-Suites to lead, transform, and scale portfolio companies. Today, in addition to our proven private equity specialisation, we've become a trusted partner for major ASX-listed and private enterprises in Australia, offering executive search, recruitment, and business transformation. Known for integrity, reliability, and results, our expertise spans Executive Search, Accounting & Finance, Transformation & Change, and Technology & Digital. We connect businesses and top-tier talent, exceeding expectations and driving lasting impact.

Principal Data Engineer / Contract role / 6 Months / daily rate up to $1,200 a day



  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Simple Machines Full time

    2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Simple Machines ANZ - Job Ad - Principal Data EngineerPosition: Principal Data EngineerLocation: Darlinghurst, SydneySimple Machines. Data Engineered to LifeSimple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence,...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Full time

    Join to apply for the Principal Data Engineer role at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and WaterJoin to apply for the Principal Data Engineer role at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and WaterGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Do you want your work to make a difference for...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Simple Machines Full time $125,000 - $175,000 per year

    Position: Principal Data EngineerLocation: Darlinghurst, SydneySimple Machines. Data Engineered to LifeSimple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence, including teams in London, Sydney, San Francisco, and New Zealand. We specialise in creating technology solutions at the intersection of data, AI, machine learning,...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Simple Machines Full time $125,000 - $175,000 per year

    **Position: Principal Data EngineerLocation: Darlinghurst, Sydney**Simple Machines. Data Engineered to LifeSimple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence, including teams in London, Sydney, San Francisco, and New Zealand. We specialise in creating technology solutions at the intersection of data, AI, machine...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Simple Machines Full time

    OverviewPosition: Principal Data Engineer — Location: Darlinghurst, SydneySimple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence, including teams in London, Sydney, San Francisco, and New Zealand.We specialise in creating technology solutions at the intersection of data, AI, machine learning, data engineering, and software...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Simple Machines Full time

    OverviewPosition: Principal Data Engineer — Location: Darlinghurst, SydneySimple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence, including teams in London, Sydney, San Francisco, and New Zealand. We specialise in creating technology solutions at the intersection of data, AI, machine learning, data engineering, and...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Simple Machines Full time

    Overview Position: Principal Data Engineer — Location: Darlinghurst, Sydney Simple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence, including teams in London, Sydney, San Francisco, and New Zealand. We specialise in creating technology solutions at the intersection of data, AI, machine learning, data engineering, and...

  • Data Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Data#3 Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    3 month initial contract + potential extensionMix of WFH and Central Sydney officeOverview:We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join a large-scale program for an initial 3-month contract. The role will focus on building and optimising data pipelines in an Azure environment, working closely with technical teams to deliver efficient, high-quality...

  • Data Engineer

    1 week ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Data#3 Full time

    Overview:We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join a large-scale program for an initial 3-month contract. The role will focus on building and optimising data pipelines in an Azure environment, working closely with technical teams to deliver efficient, high-quality data solutions.Responsibilities:Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines using...

  • Data Engineer

    1 week ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Data#3 Full time

    Overview:We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join a large-scale program for an initial 3-month contract. The role will focus on building and optimising data pipelines in an Azure environment, working closely with technical teams to deliver efficient, high-quality data solutions.Responsibilities:Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines using...