Accenture

Data Engineer

To create value and shared success for their clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.

  • Data and analytics

  • Full-time

  • Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia

  • Visa sponsorship · No

  • Mid Level · A role for someone with some well-developed knowledge and skills they can bring to the role and team. Typically within 2-5 years of experience.

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Why Accenture

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services and Accenture Song—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 710,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities. Visit us at accenture.com.

About the role

Join Accenture a leading global consulting firm that is at the forefront of innovation, helping businesses unlock their full potential through cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies. With a strong presence in over 50 countries and a focus on empowering businesses across industries, we deliver tailored solutions that drive growth, enhance efficiency, and foster digital transformation. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and a passion for solving complex challenges with data and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Data Engineer, you will:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines to support business insights and analytics. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver robust solutions. Build and optimize data architectures, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. Implement and manage ETL/ELT processes to integrate data from various sources into centralized systems. Ensure data security, quality, and governance in compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues and provide ongoing support to analytics and business teams.

Key Technical Skills

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

Proficiency in Programming Languages: Python, Java, or Scala for data manipulation and pipeline development. Data Pipeline Expertise: Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools and frameworks such as Apache Airflow, Talend, or Informatica. Cloud Platforms: Knowledge of cloud services such as AWS (Glue, Redshift, S3), Azure (Data Factory, Synapse), or Google Cloud (BigQuery, Dataflow). Data Warehousing: Experience with modern data warehousing solutions like Snowflake, Databricks, or similar. Database Management: Strong SQL skills and familiarity with both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra). Big Data Technologies: Familiarity with Apache Spark, Hadoop, or Kafka is a plus. Version Control and CI/CD: Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and testing. Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex data issues effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role. Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is advantageous. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and tools is a plus.

Why Join Us?

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that values your growth and well-being. As a part of our team, you will enjoy:

Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration that rewards your expertise. Flexible Work Arrangements: Options for remote work, hybrid models, and a strong work-life balance. Learning and Development: Access to world-class training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities to advance your skills. Career Growth: Defined career pathways with opportunities to work on impactful projects for global clients. Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance, wellness programs, and mental health support. Paid Time Off: Generous leave policies, including parental leave and additional paid holidays. Diversity and Inclusion: A commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

How To Apply

If you are passionate about leveraging data to drive innovation and are eager to be part of a global leader in consulting, apply today! Join us in shaping the future of businesses through the power of data and technology.

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 774,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com

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What you'll be responsible for

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    Data Pipelines

    Develop and maintain processes for the extraction, flow, and transformation of data

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    SQL and Databases

    Use SQL to query databases to extract and process data

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    Scripting and Automation

    Develop scripts and automated workflows to improve the efficiency and accuracy of repeated tasks

Skills you'll need

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    Numerical problem solving

    Works with numerical information and performs mathematical calculations to solve problems

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    Critical thinking

    Identifies and synthesizes patterns and trends amongst various sources of information to reach a meaningful conclusion, perspective or insight

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    Attention to detail

    Accurately identifies and rectifies discrepancies or errors that exists in information and deliverables

Meet the team

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