Data Platform Engineer (SQL, dbt, Python, AWS)

Software Engineering

Data Engineer

Wellington

Permanent

Sam Forrest
Sam Forrest

Talent Manager

Posted

March 11, 2026

  • Melbourne-based (hybrid)
  • Build a greenfield data platform in a startup environment
  • High-impact role working closely with product and data teams
About the Company
Our client is an early-stage technology company building a modern, data-driven platform. The team values curiosity, intelligence, and a proactive attitude, and is looking for someone excited by the pace and ownership that comes with a startup environment.

About the Role
The company is seeking a Data Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain their core data platform. You’ll own the full data lifecycle - from API ingestion and transformation to analytics-ready models and reporting - while helping scale the infrastructure that powers the business.

Skills & Experience
  • STEM degree required
  • Strong SQL expertise
  • Experience with dbt Core
  • Python for API integrations and data transformation
  • AWS data platform experience
  • CI/CD pipeline experience (GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines, etc.)
  • Docker and modern development workflows
Why Work Here?
  • High ownership and impact in a startup environment
  • Work with modern data stack and cloud technologies
  • Collaborative, intelligent, and creative team culture
  • Opportunity to shape the data platform from the ground up
  • Work from Home flexibility
  • Melbourne-based (hybrid, 2-3 days in office) 
  • Open to Citizens or PRs of Australia or New Zealand 
  • Competitive salary and growth opportunities
Apply now to learn more about this opportunity or reach out for further details at sam@talent.army

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