Data Engineer (Building Platforms)

Role type: Part-time (0.8 FTE) or full-time (1.0 FTE); Fixed term (12 months)
Department/School: Enterprise Services Group – Campus Operations & Delivery
Salary: UOM 8: $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
Sole technical authority for OT and asset data / shape smart campus platforms and analytics / drive data-led building performance and insight
Join as Data Engineer and lead AWS-first data platforms transforming campus operations and asset performance.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
In this Data Engineer role, you will design, build and own AWS-based data platforms.
These platforms will manage operational technology and built-asset data across the University.
You will lead end-to-end decisions on architecture, pipelines, models and reporting, while translating technical concepts into clear insights for non-technical colleagues.
What you will deliver:
Design, implement and maintain scalable OT telemetry pipelines bringing building systems data into the Smart Campus platform.
Develop and optimise data models, pipelines and dashboards for asset condition, maintenance spend and accessibility compliance.
Act as technical lead for data architecture, tooling and governance, documenting decisions and ensuring secure, reliable platforms.
Build clear, self-service reporting and dashboards for facilities, asset and operational stakeholders across Campus Operations & Delivery.
Collaborate with non-technical colleagues to understand needs, prioritise work and quantify energy, cost and performance impacts.
You may be a great fit if you:
Bring demonstrated experience designing and operating AWS data platforms using services such as Aurora PostgreSQL, Lambda and IoT Core.
Apply advanced SQL and strong Python skills to build robust data models, pipelines and automated workflows.
Use infrastructure as code (AWS CDK), version control and sound engineering practices to manage reliable, maintainable data systems.
Demonstrate confidence working autonomously as a sole data engineer, setting direction and owning architecture decisions.
Communicate complex technical ideas simply, engaging non-technical stakeholders and turning requirements into practical solutions.
Adapt effectively within changing teams and operational environments, collaborating with facilities, systems and contractor partners.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Campus Operations & Delivery
You will join Campus Operations & Delivery within the Enterprise Services Group, supporting 700 buildings across seven campuses.
The team enables safe, sustainable, efficient spaces by integrating real estate, projects, security, facilities and asset management.
You will be the dedicated data specialist in a largely non-technical group.
You will collaborate with facilities and operations colleagues to build smart campus capabilities and improve building performance.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.
Application essentials:
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You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
You are not required to address the Selection Criteria for this application.
Want to know more?
For questions related to our recruitment process email Alex Spezza at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future.
Applications close: Tuesday the 27th of October at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description:
JR-019227 - Data Engineer (Building Platforms) - PD.docx
JR-019227 - Data Engineer (Building Platforms) - PD.pdf