Data Engineer
This is Adairs:
We are clear about why we exist…. To create WOW…. Our passion and purpose is to provide inspiration and expertise; enabling everyone to weave their own story of home.
We know our people, product and loyal customers are our defining point of difference in our market and are better working together in order deliver outstanding results as it’s always… always about the customer!
We are proudly Australian owned and ASX listed, with over 170 stores across Australia and New Zealand (and still growing) and a large online business, we believe in rewarding positive results and are a company that value passion, collaboration and persistence.
About the Opportunity:
The Data Engineer is a critical role responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the organization's analytical data infrastructure and pipelines, ensuring the efficient and reliable flow of data from various sources to support the company's analytical and reporting needs.
- Collaborate with data analysts, business stakeholders, and other data engineers to understand data requirements and ensure data pipelines support business requirements
- Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines using Azure Databricks
- Develop and maintain SSIS packages to support our existing SQL server-based environment during the transition to Azure
- Develop and execute migration strategies, ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and seamless transition
- Optimize data pipelines for performance, scalability, and efficiency
- Implement and enforce data governance policies, standards / best practices, quality checks, error handling, and automated monitoring mechanisms to ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity
- Collaborate with data analysts, business stakeholders, and security teams to ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards - implement access controls, data masking, and encryption mechanisms to protect sensitive data
About You:
- Previous experience in data engineering, preferably in a retail environment (supply chain / logistics, omni-channel sales, marketing, product planning & development)
- Proficient in Azure Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
- Strong understanding of data modelling and data warehousing best practices
- Experience with cloud technologies, particularly Azure, and familiarity with cloud data services (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics)
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python & SQL
- Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and data security best practices
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Experience in Azure DevOps practices is desirable
Our Awesome Perks
Our people are everything to us, and we’re big believers in making our workplace fun and energising. It’s why we provide the following tools and benefits to help you thrive in your role:
- Team member discounts ─ 50% off full price styles, 15% off sale styles and free shipping
- Access to tailored learning and development programs through our very own Adairs Academy
- Invitations to our sample sales
- Discounted health insurance and pet insurance thanks to our partnership with Medibank
- Discounted superannuation membership fees thanks to our partnership with REST
- Confidential and free access to our Employee Assistance Program for team members and their family
- Recognition for exceptional individual and team performances at our annual awards night
What Next:
To submit your interest, please click “apply now” and include a cover letter outlining why this is the right opportunity for you and how you meet the “what it takes to be great” along with your resume and you will hear from us.