The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

About the Opportunity

As a Data Engineer at AODN, you will play a crucial role in delivering data from national environmental data collection programs to stakeholders for research, decision-making, and other uses. You’ll collaborate with skilled software engineers and data scientists who are passionate about technology and building impactful products for the marine science community. Your responsibilities will include developing data processing pipelines for data standardization, reformatting, and generating aggregated datasets. You’ll communicate with internal and external stakeholders to understand end-user needs, ensuring the uptake of AODN data and services. Additionally, you’ll develop solutions to improve data science user engagement and data visualization. You’ll implement and maintain data management systems and workflows for the ingestion, processing, and publication of high-volume scientific data.

What’s Required

• Demonstrated proficiency in Python programming, with experience in developing and maintaining data processing pipelines for data integration and transformation.
• Demonstrable expertise in Python and/or R, for the processing, analysis, visualisation of scientific data and development of data products and Jupyter or R notebook tutorials.
• Experience working in a team-focused, highly collaborative context on software development, data analysis or similar technical projects, preferably following Agile methodologies.
• Demonstrated methodical approach to development and documentation of software, data and data products, including using modern code management practices (e.g., version-controlled repositories, online issue tracking and documentation systems). • Highly developed technical problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to take ownership of a complex problem and provide solutions
• Detail oriented with well-developed written and verbal communication skills that result in effective and appropriate communication, including the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely.

Ideally you will also have exposure to one or more of the following technologies: databases (such as PostgreSQL or Elasticsearch), cloud infrastructure (such as AWS or Azure), or data formats (such as NetCDF, Zarr or Parquet), and experience or knowledge of the scientific data lifecycle including planning phase, data processing and quality control, and data delivery.

Qualifications and Licence

Tertiary qualifications in Marine Science, Data science and/or Computer science or similar or equivalent experience in extensive geospatial data management

What’s on Offer?

You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including.

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing

About the University

At the University of Tasmania, success takes a quiet determination and adaptability. In turn, this makes us broader, more rounded, multi-skilled thinkers and creative problem solvers, and it sees our institution generate powerful ideas for and from Tasmania. Because of our unique setting and challenges we go beyond creating places of learning. We strive to stimulate economic growth, lift literacy, improve health outcomes for Tasmania and nurture our environment as it nurtures us. We welcome enquiring minds, from near and far, to join us in our pursuit of the extraordinary.

Belong - Be You

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

Salary Range

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $126,637 comprising of a base salary within the range of $98,473 to $108,237 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.

• Please provide your up-to-date resume,
• A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your technical suitability and motivation for the role relevant to the role specific position descriptions.

For further information about this position, please contact Eduardo Klein Salas via email at [email protected]

Postion Description - Data Engineer - AODN 2025.pdf

Application close 11.55pm Sunday 23rd of March 2025

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.