Data Observability Engineer

We have a current opportunity for a
Data Observability Engineer
, on a contract basis within the Defence sector. The role is based in
Symonston, ACT
. The contract is for an
initial 24 month period, with a 2 x 12 month extension option
.

Start: circa 01 November 2025

DSS Skill Set: Level 3 - Systems and Software Engineering - System Security
OR
Systems Architecture, Integration

The Data Observability Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

• Design, build and implement data observability and analytics tooling and systems in support of the Land Combat System Validation Lab and initiatives.
• Develop, implement and maintain data observability practices and procedures for the purposes of test & evaluation, risk reduction and experimentation activities.
• Provide analysis and advice to enhance and optimise data observation, exploitation and management within representative networks and systems; including root cause analysis.
• Provide SME technical advice and assistance to staff and supported elements.
• Conduct close collaboration with internal Validation teams and Engineering Management to deploy and maintain experimental systems; contributing towards future architectural decisions.
• Support DevSecOps and Automation elements by incorporating data observability tooling and configurations for test activity preparation and building.
• Provide technical support to Army exercises, activities and trials for role specific technologies and systems.
• Deliver just in time training and actively mentor ADF personnel during periods of instruction during activities.
• Provide support to innovation proposals and integration of other deployable systems.
• Provide written and oral reports from test events, and post activity assessments.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to developing capabilities via the Land Integration Framework - Digital (LIF-D) to enable a digitally integrated Land Combat System (LCS).

Minimum mandatory requirements:

• AGSVA Security clearance2.
• Defence experience.
• Extensive experience in Data Observation and Analytics.
• Extensive experience with Linux based systems, primarily with Red Hat based operating systems.
• Relevant experience in developing/employing DevSecOps systems (CI/CD pipelines, GitLab).
• Proficiency in code languages & scripts - Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, C, C++, etc.
• Proficiency in API development, configuration and integration.
• Strong knowledge of networking, storage, and virtualisation (KVM, VMware).
• Familiarity with integrating emerging technologies into secure infrastructure.

Desirable Requirements:

• Industry certifications in Data Engineering (e.g. - Google Cloud, MS Azure, AWS Certified Data Analytics).
• Industry certifications in data observability (Datadog, New Relic, Prometheus, Grafana, etc).
• Tertiary or vocational qualifications in data engineering, data analytics, IT engineering, or related fields.
• 10+ years relevant experience in Data Engineering and Analytics roles.
• Systems engineering qualifications, experience or exposure.
• Defence test & evaluation training and experience.
• Experience or exposure to employing Agile project management practices and processes.

For the full information on this position, please submit your CV before 8am Mon 27 Oct 2025.

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HTR are offering very attractive contract day rates. We offer flexitime and remote work when possible.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Australia Defence sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

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