Data Engineer

Join to apply for the Data Engineer role at Rio Tinto.This is a permanent position offering an attractive salary, annual bonuses, and a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your quality of life.The role is based on a Monday – Friday schedule with flexible working arrangements, including options to work from home, flexible start and finish times, and adaptable work locations.About the RoleAs a Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and delivering scalable, high-quality data pipelines and platforms to support analytics, digital products, and strategic initiatives within Iron Ore. You will work closely with product owners, analysts, and data scientists to build reliable, governed, and future-ready data solutions.The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in data engineering, experience with cloud platforms, and a passion for creating business value through data.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and optimize end-to-end data pipelinesDevelop data ingestion and transformation logic using Python, PySpark, SQL, and DatabricksEnsure data quality, lineage, observability, and maintainabilityApply CI / CD, version control, and modular design patternsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirementsSupport data migration to cloud-native solutionsMonitor and improve pipeline performance and cost-efficiencyParticipate in technical reviews, documentation, and mentoringQualifications and SkillsBachelor's degree in computer science or engineering (or equivalent industry experience)Experience designing and deploying production data pipelines with PySpark, Python, and SQLProficiency with cloud platforms like Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Delta LakeKnowledge of CI / CD practices using Azure DevOps, GitHub, etc.Understanding of modern data architecture patternsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsPreferred SkillsExperience with data governance tools such as Unity Catalog or Microsoft PurviewKnowledge of Power BI, dbt, or semantic modellingCloud certifications like Azure Data Engineer Associate or Databricks Certified Data EngineerWhat We OfferRecognition for your contributions and impactA safe working environmentFull relocation support to Western AustraliaCompetitive salary with annual incentivesComprehensive health benefits and insuranceShare ownership planFlexible salary packaging optionsCareer development and education supportFamily-friendly health and wellbeing programsGenerous parental leave optionsEmployee discounts and moreWork LocationThis role is based in Perth CBD with flexible arrangements, including working from home and flexible hours.Application DeadlineApplications close on 25th May 2025.

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