Halcyon Knights is looking for a Principal Data Engineer to join a large State Government Department in the Adelaide CBD.
This pivotal role offers the opportunity to drive strategic data initiatives and improve service delivery outcomes that align with the department's corporate objectives.
ABOUT THE ROLE Strategically plan and deliver programs of work to manage data engineering workloads, analytics products, and solutions.
Lead technical consulting services and mentor Data Engineers and QA Engineers to achieve timely and budget-conscious project outcomes.
Drive business improvement and process optimization to maximize resource investments.
Oversee multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring service reliability and technical excellence.
Manage and enhance critical data engineering workloads through comprehensive work planning and execution.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative business strategies, policies, and procedures.
Build and maintain operational networks and provide expert advice across the agency and government.
Promote workplace safety and proactively report incidents, hazards, and injuries.
ABOUT YOU Provide expert advice on data engineering and architecture, supporting projects and strategic goals.
Promote and improve the department's data analytics capabilities.
Excel in clear, professional communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement at all levels.
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and operational teams, ensuring effective collaboration.
Understand government policies, data security, cloud computing, data warehousing, and agile project management.
Familiar with government processes, including WHS, Equal Opportunity, records management, and procurement.
Must have or are willing to obtain Working with Children Check is required.
Ready to lead the way in data engineering?
Submit your application today!