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Senior Data Engineer (Data Platforms)63381586102659110

Simple Machines

Senior Data Engineer (Data Platforms)

Christchurch, New Zealand

Simple Machines NZ – Job Ad – Senior Data Engineer Position: Senior Data Engineer Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Simple Machines. Data Engineered to Life™ Simple Machines is a leading independent boutique technology firm with a global presence, including teams in London, Sydney, San Francisco, and New Zealand. We specialise in creating technology solutions at the intersection of data, AI, machine learning, data engineering, and software engineering. Our mission is to help enterprises, technology companies, and governments better connect with and understand their organisations, their people, their customers, and citizens. We are a team of creative engineers and technologists dedicated to unleashing the potential of data in new and impactful ways. We design and build bespoke data platforms and unique software products, create and deploy intelligent systems, and bring engineering expertise to life by transforming data into actionable insights and tangible outcomes. We engineer data to life™. Requirements The Role: The Senior Data Engineer at Simple Machines is a dynamic, hands-on role focused on building real-time data pipelines and implementing data mesh architectures to enhance client data interactions. This position blends deep technical expertise in modern data engineering methods with a client-facing consulting approach, enabling clients to effectively manage and utilise their data. Within a team of top-tier engineers, the role involves developing greenfield data solutions that deliver tangible business outcomes across various environments. Technical Responsibilities Developing Data Solutions: Implement and enhance data-driven solutions integrating with clients' systems using state-of-the-art tools such as Databricks, Snowflake, Google Cloud, and AWS. Embrace modern data architecture philosophies including data products, data contracts, and data mesh to ensure a decentralized and consumer-oriented approach to data management. Data Pipeline Development: Develop and optimise high-performance, batch and real-time data pipelines employing advanced streaming technologies like Kafka, and Flink. Utilise workflow orchestration tools such as Dataflow and Airflow. Database and Storage Optimisation: Optimise and manage a broad array of database technologies, from traditional relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) to modern NoSQL solutions (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). Focus on strategies that enhance data accessibility, integrity, and performance. Big Data Processing & Analytics: Utilise big data frameworks such as Apache Spark and Apache Flink to address challenges associated with large-scale data processing and analysis. These technologies are crucial for managing vast datasets and performing complex data transformations and aggregations. Cloud Data Management: Implement and oversee cloud-specific data services including AWS Redshift, S3, Google BigQuery, and Google Cloud Storage. Leverage cloud architectures to improve data sharing and interoperability across different business units. Security and Compliance: Ensure all data practices comply with security policies and regulations, embedding security by design in the data infrastructure. Incorporate tools and methodologies recommended for data security and compliance, ensuring robust protection and governance of data assets. Consulting Responsibilities Client Advisory: Provide expert advice to clients on optimal data practices that align with their business requirements and project goals. Training and Empowerment: Educate client teams on the latest technologies and data management strategies, enabling them to efficiently utilise and maintain the solutions we have developed. Professional Development: Keep up with the latest industry trends and technological advancements, continually upgrading skills and achieving certifications in the technologies Simple Machines implements across its client base. Ideal Skills and Experience Core Data Engineering Tools & Technologies: Demonstrates proficiency in SQL and Spark, and familiarity with platforms such as Databricks and Snowflake. Well-versed in various storage technologies including AWS S3, Google Cloud BigQuery, Cassandra, MongoDB, Neo4J, and HDFS. Adept in pipeline orchestration tools like AWS Glue, Apache Airflow, and DBT, as well as streaming technologies like Kafka, AWS Kinesis, Google Cloud Pub/Sub, and Azure Event Hubs. Data Storage Expertise: Knowledgeable in data warehousing technologies like BigQuery, Snowflake, and Databricks, proficient in managing various data storage formats including Parquet, Delta, ORC, Avro, and JSON to optimise data storage and retrieval. Building and Managing Large-scale Data Systems: Experienced in developing and overseeing large-scale data pipelines and data-intensive applications within production environments. Data Modelling Expertise: Proficient in data modelling, understanding the implications and trade-offs of various methodologies and approaches. Infrastructure Configuration for Data Systems: Competent in setting up data system infrastructures, favouring infrastructure-as-code practices using tools such as Terraform and Pulumi. Programming Languages: Proficient in Python and SQL, with additional experience in programming languages like Java, Scala, GoLang, and Rust considered advantageous. CI/CD Implementation: Knowledgeable about continuous integration and continuous deployment practices using tools like GitHub Actions and ArgoCD, enhancing software development and quality assurance. Testing Tools and Frameworks: Experienced with data quality and testing frameworks such as DBT, Great Expectations, and Soda, ensuring the reliability of complex data systems. Commercial Application of Data Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated experience in applying data engineering skills across various industries and organisations in a commercial context. Agile Delivery and Project Management: Skilled in agile, scrum, and kanban project delivery methods, ensuring efficient and effective solution development. Consulting and Advisory Skills: Experienced in a consultancy or professional services setting, offering expert advice and crafting customised solutions that address client needs. Effective in engaging stakeholders and translating business requirements into practical data engineering strategies. Professional Experience and Qualifications Professional Experience: At least 8+ years of data engineering or equivalent experience in a commercial, enterprise, or start-up environment. Consulting experience within a technology consultancy or professional services firm is highly beneficial. Educational Background: Degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related field. Right to Work: Must have full New Zealand working rights and reside in Christchurch Benefits About our Christchurch office and team The office itself, a thoughtfully renovated former print-house on St Asaph Street, is award-winning—shortlisted for NZIA Canterbury Interior Architecture in 2024—which reflects the commitment to a high-quality, creative work environment. The Christchurch team is growing —comprising expert consultants, data architects, and senior engineers deliver real-time pipelines and data mesh solutions using tools like Databricks, Snowflake, GCP, AWS, Kafka, Flink, and dbt

Negotiable Salary

Oakley's Premium Fresh Vegetables

Maintenance Assistant

Selwyn, Dunsandel 7682, New Zealand

Oakley’s Premium Fresh Vegetables, winner of the 2022 Horticulture NZ ‘Environmental Award’, are looking for a Maintenance Engineer (approx. 40 hours a week). Based in Southbridge, you must have the right to work in New Zealand and be able to get to work reliably each day. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Assistant to provide some much needed support to our busy maintenance department at our main processing and growing operation, located near Southbridge. This role is crucial to keeping our business moving, and is responsible for: • Completing jobs as assigned, including preventative maintenance of fixed plant and equipment. • Responding to breakdowns of plant & machinery. • Keeping the workshop clean, tidy and organised at all times, ensuring that all tools and equipment used for maintenance and repairs are put away at the end of the job. • Being proactive and looking for ways to improve the workshop. • Abiding by all Health & Safety Policies and procedures. • Reporting all accidents / incidents, near misses and hazards immediately. • Actively leading and monitoring H&S initiatives to improve H&S within the workplace. • Carrying out any additional duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required to meet the demands of efficient company functioning. This is an exciting, hands-on opportunity to join a growing family business. Hours and days are negotiable. Oakley’s offer ongoing training and development opportunities, and our staff enjoy free vegetables. About You Reporting to our Maintenance Manager and working closely with the Production and Post-Harvest Managers, you will be a self-starter who can work independently as well as part of a team and will have an inquisitive eye for detail. The ideal candidate will have: • Mechanical engineering background • Knowledge of tractors and farm equipment • Knowledge of packhouse equipment (e.g. conveyor belts, washlines, packlines) • Full understanding of engineering and associated principles • Strong understanding of Health & Safety with regard to machinery guarding and mechanical safety • Great communication & inter-personal skills • Ability to go the extra mile and get the job done • Flexible - due to the nature of the industry you may be needed to work extended hours or weekends About Us Oakley’s Premium Fresh Vegetables is a 5th generation family business dedicated to growing, harvesting, packing and delivering the freshest of produce throughout New Zealand. Our company has grown from the desire to always have the best quality and the most consistent supply of product. Our vision it to be an international grower and supplier of healthy food and to promote a healthy lifestyle. Successful applicants will align with our company values of accountability, sustainability, going the extra mile, respect, innovation, and positive team attitude. Oakley’s team members enjoy working in a friendly, fun and supportive team environment. Interested? Give our HR Manager a call (03 324 2902) or send your CV to hr@oakleys.co.nz

Negotiable Salary

Tepirita Enterprises Ltd

Fitter, Turner, Welder

Selwyn, Dunsandel 7682, New Zealand

Due to our business's continued growth, we are looking for another experienced engineering all-rounder to join our team. This is a newly created position working alongside our current team. The permanent full-time position will involve breakdowns, general maintenance and repairs, as well as upgrades to our fleet. This role will include: - • Repairs and maintenance of Agricultural Machinery and Vehicles. • On Farm repairs with our purpose-built workshop trailer. • A variety of tasks including Hydraulic repairs, Heavy fabrication and Machining. What we can offer- • Competitive Pay Rate, depending on experience. • The ability to learn and grow from a passionate and skilled team. • A fun team environment where a sense of humour is essential. • Modern workshop, tools, and equipment. • A hugely varied role with no two days the same. What we are looking for: - • Multi-skilled with engineering and mechanical knowledge. • Heavy Fabrication experience would be advantageous. • Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone. • Excellent attention to detail, even on the small jobs. • Practical and hands-on with the ability to problem solve while working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. • Flexibility with a common-sense approach. Applicants for this position must hold a Full NZ drivers license and currently reside in New Zealand. For more information or to apply please email office@tepirita.co.nz

Negotiable Salary

Timaru, Canterbury

Heavy Transport Fabricator/Engineer

Timaru, New Zealand

The ideal candidate will have experience working on a variety of heavy machinery, holds their trade certification and relevant welding qualifications. You will have basic computer literacy with the ability to input and record data. This will initially be a full time temp role, however there is a high likelihood that you will be offered a permanent contract should you be the right fit for the business. Following skills and attributes required: • Can weld to a high standard, Mig, Tig & Aluminium • Heavy fabrication transport experience with truck & trailer units, including tow-eye’s, kingpins, quick hitches, toolboxes and tailboards • Physically fit • Brake press and Plasma CNC experience preferred but not essential You will be working with a small but highly productive team and have the ability to think on your feet and have a keen eye for detail. There will be times where you are sole charge of the workshop, the ability to work autonomously is key. Standard 40 hour week, however there may be times where you are required to work extra as and when needed. All candidates will be required to complete a Ministry of Justice criminal check. Please note, applicants will only be considered if you are a citizen or resident. Overseas applicants and those requiring sponsorship or on a working visa will not be considered. Please call me on 027 3660621 or send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz to register your interest.

NZ$30-40