Junior Data Architect

Join our Commodities and Global Markets Data Technology and Data Architecture team to co-design and build scalable and well-governed physical data models for our data and analytics platform. Our team has a strong focus on collaborative data design and scalable delivery frameworks to bring data engineering and architecture together.

At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

As a Junior Data Architect, you will work alongside engineers, business SMEs, data modellers and the Group Data Office to assist in building out our innovative data platform. You will assist in designing scalable and reusable physical data models as part of the Commodities and Global Markets data model working groups, engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and reviewing data model and reporting requirements.

What you offer

• 1-2 years data architecture or data modelling experience, with an interest in 'hand-on' design to support engineering outcomes
• Some knowledge of data warehousing and data platform concepts and data modelling techniques
• Understanding of relational databases and SQL, particularly with experience writing SQL for data profiling purposes
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on bridging the gap between technical and non-technical audiences
• Hands-on experience with Python for data-related tasks and automation
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git, and platforms like Bitbucket
• Experience with data modelling tools, such as Erwin Data Modeler would be highly valued, but not mandatory.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
• Up to 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks' paid leave for non-primary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Up to 12 months' gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks' paid leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
• Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Technology

Technology enables every aspect of Macquarie, for our people, our customers and our communities. We're a global team that is passionate about accelerating the digital enterprise, connecting people and data, building platforms and applications and designing tomorrow's technology solutions.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. To learn more, contact our team by clicking here.

Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the application process.