* Full-time, fixed-term position until June ***** Base salary will be in the range $91,658 - $98,330 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)* Based at our# **About This Opportunity****Key responsibilities will include**:* Design, develop and optimise scalable, reusable data pipelines for onboarding, processing and transforming ecosystem data from diverse sources.* Build and manage cloud-hosted data infrastructure to store, query and retrieve both spatial and non-spatial data efficiently.* Develop and implement ETL processes to prepare data for publication, analysis, and visualisation, including metadata and data packaging.* Collaborate in an agile team environment to deliver high-quality data services and containerised applications that support national research infrastructure.# **About TERN**TERN is an Australian Government initiative to enhance Australia's environmental research effort. TERN coordinates a nationally distributed set of instrumentation that contribute to data and information services that help to meet the needs of terrestrial and coastal ecosystem researchers and other users in Australia needing to understand and predict changes over time to ecosystems.The infrastructure also contributes to Australia's role in international programs in areas such as global flux observing and global biodiversity monitoring. TERN was established in **** by a National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) grant from the Australian Government Department of Education. Through a number of extensions and renewals of its grant, TERN's funding is currently in place until June ****.The TERN infrastructure investments are distributed widely and are coordinated and managed nationally by the TERN Office at the University of Queensland (UQ) in Brisbane. The capabilities of TERN are operated by institutions - termed Operators - under agreements with the TERN Office. A key strategic objective is to sustain TERN into the longer term.Information about TERN Australia is available at .Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of are available, such as:* Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave* 17% superannuation contributions* 17.5% annual leave loading* Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight* Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family* UQ Study for Staff* Salary packaging options# **About You*** Tertiary qualifications in IT, computer science, data science, software engineering or a related field, along with relevant experience* Proficiency in Python programming and experience with databases, SQL, and data modelling* Demonstrated experience developing data pipelines and ETL processes using tools such as Apache Airflow* Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, with a preference for OpenStack, and containerised application development* Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies* Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a willingness to learn new tools and techniques as requiredThe successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including pre-interview online test, right to work in Australia and a criminal check.You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. # For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Siddeswara Guru | Data Srvs & Analytics Platform Lead at application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at, stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line. # All applicants **must** upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:* Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section* Resume# **Other Information**UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to for accessibility support or adjustments.**Applications close Thursday 15 January **** at *****pm AEST (R-*****).** Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 23/1/2026.UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit .
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