Senior Data Engineer

About DBG Health
DBG Health is a leading Melbourne-based health, wellness, and beauty company with over 1,500 professionals dedicated to making wellbeing accessible to all. Our diverse portfolio, spanning Arrotex Pharmaceuticals, VidaCorp Consumer Brands, Independent Pharmacies of Australia Group, Axe Health Services and MyDNA reflects our commitment to affordable, innovative solutions. Guided by our values of Pioneering, Accountability, Collaboration, and Tenacity (our PACT), we foster a high-performing, values-led culture where people grow, support each other, and go above and beyond for our customers. At DBG, we are Defined by Good, because helping people feel better isn't just our purpose, it's our responsibility.

About The Role
As a
Senior Data Engineer
, you'll design, build, and optimise the data pipelines and platforms that power analytics and decision-making across the organisation. Working across the full data lifecycle, from ingestion and transformation to modelling and storage, you'll ensure systems are reliable, scalable, and high-performing.

You'll collaborate with engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to deliver modern data solutions, champion best practices in data quality and governance, and mentor junior team members. You'll also enable secure, reliable access to trusted data for analysts, data scientists, and business users, driving innovation and operational excellence across the organisation.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the design, build, and optimisation of scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, and Data Lake, ensuring reliability, security, automation, and performance.
• Translate complex business requirements into robust, cloud-native solutions, providing technical guidance, reviewing designs, and promoting reusable, standardised patterns.
• Work with business stakeholders, product owners, and analysts to deliver fit-for-purpose data solutions and act as a trusted advisor on accessing and leveraging data.
• Implement and enforce governance, lineage, and quality frameworks, partnering with security and compliance teams to meet privacy, risk, and regulatory standards.
• Evaluate emerging Azure services, identify opportunities to optimise workflows, and lead proof-of-concepts to enhance performance, reduce costs, and uplift data engineering maturity.
• Oversee the health of pipelines, databases, and environments, support project delivery teams, and provide expert input to ensure smooth adoption of new data services.

Skills & Experience:

• 5-8 years' experience designing and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines, enterprise data warehouses, and BI platforms; proven ability to translate complex business strategies into scalable, high-performance solutions.
• Deep proficiency with Microsoft technologies including SQL Server, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Azure Synapse Analytics; strong knowledge of dimensional and relational data modelling (data vault, star schema).
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills; demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
• Desirable: Experience with Python, Spark, Databricks, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated deployment; exposure to multi-cloud or hybrid architectures.
• Experience leading or mentoring data engineering teams, enforcing coding standards, and supporting Agile/Scrum delivery practices is highly regarded.
• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Data Engineering, BI, IT, or related field; relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., DP-203, DP-900, DP-300, AZ-305) and additional cloud, DevOps, or security certifications are advantageous.

Benefits & perks:
At DBG Health, we offer more than just a job - we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a real impact. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, drive meaningful change, and grow both personally and professionally. DBG Health is Defined by Good. Our purpose is to create a world where feeling better is a right, not a privilege. Millions of people rely on us for access to affordable products and services that make them feel better. This is more than just a goal. It's our responsibility.

• Exclusive discounts on our consumer health, wellness and beauty products - including MCo Beauty, E.L.F Cosmetics, Nude by Nature. Chemists Own and many more
• Free membership to 28 by Sam Wood - 28 by Sam Wood is an online program designed to help Aussies get fit at home and live happier, healthier lives. From guided workouts and expert-created meal plans to motivational resources, it's designed for people of all fitness levels.
• Generous parental leave scheme - ask us about it
• Access discounted private health insurance through Australian Unity, AIA Health of NIB
• We are a values-driven business fostering a supportive and friendly team culture
• Enjoy the ability to work autonomously, empowering you to drive your own success.
• Convenient head office location close to public transport, cafes and restaurants
• Opportunity to grow your career across all divisions within DBG Health - Arrotex Pharmaceuticals, VidaCorp Consumer Goods, Independent Pharmacies of Australia Group and Axe Health Services.
• Ability to purchase additional leave to provide opportunity for employees to spend more precious time with family, travelling or even study
• Explore the option of paying for your vehicle costs through novated leasing

DBG Health is committed to fostering a workplace culture that is safe and accessible for all. We are an equal- opportunity employer and encourage applications regardless of cultural background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We strive to build a collaborative, inclusive workplace that is representative of the communities we work and live in.