About the role

About the role
This is an Data Engineer role within a large organisation dedicated to delivering data services that support enterprise-level decision-making.

You will join a collaborative, delivery-focused team on a fixed-term project running through June 2027, developing modern data services using cloud-native platforms and advanced data engineering practices. This position suits individuals who enjoy combining hands-on engineering with elements of leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement.

For this role you must be based in Christchurch, with flexible working arrangements and genuinely family-friendly hours.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop data services leveraging Databricks and modern data warehousing platforms.
• Design and implement end-to-end data pipelines for ingestion, processing, quality, and storage.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, enhancing engineering practices.
• Work with Medallion-style architectures.
• Build and refine pipelines using Python, PySpark, SQL, and Delta Lake.
• Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and non-technical stakeholders on projects.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline enhancements and improve deployment and reliability practices.

hat we're looking for

• 3+ years as a Data Engineer in data-intensive settings, with proficiency in Databricks, including Delta Lake, notebooks, and orchestration tools.
• Solid grasp of data engineering patterns like ingestion, transformation, and storage. Experience in designing ETL/ELT pipelines and analytical data models, skilled in Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Familiar with cloud data warehouses (Azure SQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Synapse) and CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitLab).
• Collaborative team player in Agile environments, focused on attitude, curiosity, and continuous learning.

Why Join?

• Participate in data projects that contribute to meaningful, real-world outcomes.
• Role offers opportunities for leadership, mentoring, and influencing technical direction.
• Fixed-term role through June 2027 provides stability and engaging project work.
• Flexible working arrangements with family-friendly hours.
• Competitive salary range and robust employee benefits.
• Supportive environment with investment in personal growth and development.

Culture
The organization maintains a values-driven, inclusive culture where team members are encouraged to be authentic, collaborate efficiently, and improve processes continually. There is a strong focus on trust, learning, and delivering impactful, high-quality outcomes.

Application Process
Apply with your CV or contact Narna Millett at narna@potentia.co.nz for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.