Overview
Lead Engineer (Data Platforms) - Sydney at Westpac Group. Join the UNITE Data Engineering team as part of Westpac's data transformation program. The UNITE initiative is a business-led, tech-enabled transformation aimed at delivering one best way to simplify processes, systems and technology to improve customer experiences and support our people. The UNITE Data Engineering Team shapes the data transformation of a once-in-a-generation program. Come and join us and help simplify systems, enhance customer experiences and drive innovation across the Group.
Responsibilities
What’s the role?
* Lead the design and delivery of robust data pipelines.
* Own the full lifecycle from discovery through to production.
* Guide cross-functional teams across onshore and offshore locations.
* This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with direct impact on Westpac’s transformation agenda.
Qualifications
* Degree in Computer Science or a related field, with a major in Software Engineering (or equivalent).
* 7+ years’ experience in data engineering and analytics.
* Strong coding in Python, SQL, Informatica and Unix scripting.
* Strong experience with big data processing frameworks such as Spark and Kafka.
* Familiarity with Azure Synapse, Azure Data Lake Services, Azure Event Hubs, Azure Cosmos DB, Snowflake, Teradata and enterprise data architecture.
* Proven leadership in large-scale transformation environments.
* Ability to translate technical complexity into business-friendly insights.
* Experience in leading agentic AI adoption, automating delivery tasks, and driving innovation across the data lifecycle.
Additional information
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Banking, Financial Services, and Investment Banking
Benefits
* Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates.
* Flexible work arrangements and leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave.
* Tailored learning and development opportunities to grow your career within the bank.
* Opportunities to get involved in volunteering initiatives.
Why join us? We’re obsessed with becoming our customers #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country.
To get started, simply click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button. We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, you can find out more information by visiting the People with Disability and/or needing Accessibility Requirements page on our website.
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