Edge Red

Graduate Data Engineer

Unleash your potential in the world of data. Join our team and make a lasting impact.

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About Us:

We are a boutique analytics consultancy. At EdgeRed Analytics, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of data tomorrow for our clients through data driven excellence today. We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Graduate Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is a very exciting time to join, as we are going through a strong period of growth which means you have the opportunity to grow with us. If you are passionate about data and eager to kick-start your career in data engineering, we want to hear from you!

 

Position Overview:

As a Graduate Data Engineer, you will work closely with our experienced data professionals to structure and create complex datasets and data pipelines, build the data that is the backbone of actionable insights, and support data quality enhancement across multiple clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop their skills and grow within a supportive and collaborative environment. It is also ideal experience for graduates who want to experience what data engineering has to offer in multiple industries.

  • Assist in the development and maintenance of datasets and data pipelines to transform and enhance data
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and provide engineering support.
  • Interact with clients, gather requirements, and build client relationships
  • Support the implementation of data-driven strategies and initiatives.
  • Continuously improve data quality and integrity by identifying and addressing data discrepancies and quality issues.
  • Automate manual processes with cutting edge technologies
  • Build and develop prototype analytics tools
  • Work with and assist with development on our proprietary EdgePreso software
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or another field with a significant quantitative component.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to code – any coding language is fine.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for data.
  • Australian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Developer, engineer, or IT consulting experience
  • Proficiency in standard data engineering languages and software (e.g., SQL, Python)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools eg; Jenkins, Bitbucket Pipelines, Gitlab Ci, Github actions, etc.
  • Proficiency with  commonly used tools like git and docker
  • Exposure to scripting languages (e.g. Bash, Powershell)
  • Experience with async programming
  • Cloud provider experience (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Proficiency with backend web frameworks (Flask, Express, Django, FastAPI, ASP.NET, Spring, etc.)
  • Experience with Any Workflow orchestration tool (eg; Airflow, Prefect, Dagster, Temporal)
  • Data modelling (eg; Kimballs, normalization, data vault)

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
  • A diverse, collaborative, and inclusive team full of data professionals from all over the world
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced data professionals.
  • Peer mentorship during onboarding to ensure a smooth process.
  • A vibrant and convenient office environment located right above Wynyard station.
  • An opportunity to bond with other young data professionals.
  • Paid certification in related tools
  • Regular free team events (karaoke, mini golf, go karting, ping pong are just a few examples)

Please submit your resume via email to [email protected] with the title “Graduate Data Engineer Application – [your name]”. 

No need for a cover letter.

Applications close EOD 28th of February 2025.

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