Role: ICT Data Engineer

Location: Murarrie, Brisbane

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Shape the future of data at Goodstart

Join Goodstart as we continue to modernise our enterprise data platform, helping transform how data is managed and used across one of Australia's largest not-for-profit organisations. As our ICT Data Engineer, you'll play a key role in building scalable data solutions that enable trusted reporting, advanced analytics and informed decision-making.

Reporting to the Lead BI Specialist, you'll work across the full data lifecycle - from data ingestion and transformation through to modelling and delivery. Working alongside Business Intelligence Specialists and Data Architects, you'll develop modern data solutions that support enterprise reporting, business insights and future data initiatives

If you're an experienced Data Engineer who enjoys solving complex data challenges, building modern cloud-based solutions and working in a purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Impact

• Design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric and modern data engineering practices.
• Develop robust SQL solutions, ETL processes and data models that support enterprise reporting and analytics.
•  Integrate, transform and model data from APIs and other enterprise data sources using Python.
• Support the ongoing evolution of Goodstart's modern data platform, ensuring reliable, secure and high-quality data.
• Collaborate with Business Intelligence Specialists, Data Architects and business stakeholders to deliver practical data solutions.
•  Drive continuous improvement through automation, improved data quality and operational efficiencies.
• Contribute to enterprise data architecture and engineering best practices.
• Enable trusted, data-driven decision making that supports children, families and Goodstarters across Australia.

What Goodstart can offer you

• Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support both your professional and personal commitments.
• Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies).
• Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%).
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price.
• Discounted health care and access to our employee wellbeing program with BUPA.
• Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more.
• Free annual flu shot (optional).
• Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance.
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
• Work for a company with an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes.
• Grow your career through ongoing investment in learning, leadership development and meaningful work that supports children and families across Australia.

You'll bring to the table

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Data Engineer, SQL Developer or Data Warehouse Developer within a complex environment.
• Advanced SQL development skills with experience designing complex data models and ETL processes.
• Hands-on experience with Python and integrating data from APIs and external data sources.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric or similar cloud-based data engineering platforms.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing, data modelling and modern data engineering practices.
• The ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions while collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive, self-driven approach with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage priorities autonomously.
• Experience working within Agile environments. Experience with Power BI, SAP HANA or SAP Data Services will be highly regarded.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Now' and submit your application.

Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible for the best opportunity to progress.

Have a question? Contact Faith in our Talent Acquisition Team via email recruitment@goodstart.org.au

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au

If you are a placement agency or external recruiter, please refrain from submitting resumes to Goodstart unless you have a signed staffing agency agreement with us. Goodstart will not be responsible for or pay any placement fees for candidates submitted by agencies that are not approved suppliers. Any resumes received from agencies or external recruiters without an agreement will be reviewed by Goodstart and may be shared with our internal recruiting team for their reference.

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.