Senior Data Engineer

Posted 09 July 2025
SalaryNegotiable
LocationSydney
Job type Contract
DisciplineData & Analytics
Reference90M0673586_1752047102

Job description

FinXL IT is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join our growing team and work with a leading financial services organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and collaboration are at the core of everything we do.

About the Role

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and delivering data solutions that support critical business operations and insights. You'll be hands-on with the latest technologies and responsible for building robust, scalable systems within a modern cloud-based architecture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and data services.

  • Develop clean, efficient, and reusable code using Python.

  • Implement modern data architectures in clustered environments.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate APIs and manage big data platforms.

  • Ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance in cloud-based ecosystems.

Requirements

  • Strong hands-on coding skills in Python.

  • Solid experience with SQL, including complex queries and DDL scripting.

  • Broad knowledge of design patterns and scalable architecture for medium to complex applications.

  • Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS.

  • Experience working in Linux/Unix environments.

  • Familiarity with API-based integrations and modern data services.

  • Hands-on experience with big data querying tools such as Redshift, Hive, Spark, or Presto.

  • Experience with orchestration tools such as Airflow or Argo Workflows.

  • Comfortable using Bitbucket or similar source control systems.

  • Awareness of security concepts and best practices in data engineering.

What's On Offer?

  • Initial 6 months contract, with a view to extend or move into other programs of work
  • Located in Sydney CBD
  • Hybrid working arrangements to get your best work in!

Why FinXL?

  • Work with Australia's top-tier clients in the financial services sector.

  • Collaborative, tech-forward environment with opportunities to innovate.

  • Supportive team culture with access to career development and training resources.


Apply Now to join a team that's building the future of data engineering in finance.

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