Senior Data & Analytics Architect & Engineer

JR0000010097

• Fixed term for 2 years | Full-Time at 1.0FTE  

• Higher Education Officer Level 8 | $106,403 - $118,281 p.a. 

• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country 

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About Information and Digital Services 

Information and Digital Services (IDS) are a pivotal resource of the University, providing information and digital technology services and support to the Flinders University staff and student community. The IDS team apply technical expertise to support university projects and provide core services such as IDS ServiceDesk, Information Security, Data, Architecture and Integration, Audio visual simulation and event services and more. 

 
About the Role 

As the Senior Data & Analytics Architect & Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical and operational design, planning, development, configuration, maintenance and support of data and analytical services in accordance with IDS data and analytics architecture principles, guardrails, and design standards.

The role is key in delivery of crucial projects within IDS in alignment with the IDS Data and Analytics Capability Hub where all relevant IDS data and analytics resources have either a full or dotted reporting line into.

Some of the key responsibilities of the position are:

• Development, and maintenance of components of the data and analytics platform including the data lake, model design and data transformation.

• Working with projects, product owners, solution architects and technology vendors to engineer and deliver data models aligned with the IDS data and analytics architecture principles, guardrails and design standards. 

• Supporting the development of business cases for data & analytics solutions to support the delivery of project outcomes.

• Contributing to the design and development of the University's data and analytics architecture and strategy. 

About You 

As the successful candidate, you have solid knowledge of data processing languages, including SQL and Python. You are proficient in using Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Databricks and SQL Server Database to create data processing solutions.

You have excellent understanding of data modelling methodologies and coding algorithms for effective collaboration with data analysts.

Some of the key position capabilities of the role include:

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Information Technology or relevant technical area, and / or equivalent relevant experience in an IT environment.

• High level strategic thinking, data, and analytical skills to support outcomes and meet the University's strategic goals.

• Broad experience in building and managing customer relationships and expectations. 

• High level experience in data warehousing or business intelligence design, or the use of associated tools, or with processes of implementation.

Life at Flinders 

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. 

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?  

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options 

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Wide range of professional development activities and services 

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff 

• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services , gym  and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). 

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment 

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. 

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. 

• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy   

How to Apply and Information 

• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description .

• For more information regarding this position, please contact Sadia Al Haque  

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan   

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy   

Certification

National Police Certificate - Australian Federal Police

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

17 Mar 2024

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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