Senior Data Engineer

Kia ora!  We’re looking for a new Senior Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics team based in Newmarket, Auckland.  

Is this your next role?

As a Senior Data Engineer, you’ll play a key role in Heartland’s journey to continue to evolve our data infrastructure and analytics. You’ll manage the development of ELT process using SnowFlake technologies. You’ll be responsible for building data products which involve architecture, design, build, test and support data integration projects.

You’ll understand your stakeholders’ requests and turn data into valuable insights to help make quality business decisions.

Does this sound like you?

You’re a likely an experienced Data Engineer who is ready to take a step up into a senior role. You have a winning track record of building high performing data and analytical solutions that transform, integrate and meet various data demands from business. You thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment, and are ready to tackle any challenge.

A great communicator, you’re a pro with:

• Solid background of SQL and experience working with relational databases, query authoring (SQL), and familiarity with a variety of databases.
• Proficiency of DBT, Python, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory (ADF), and Microsoft Fabric (bonus but not required).
• Experience performing root cause analysis on internal and external data and processes to answer specific business questions and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced agile environment with tight deadlines.
• A tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience in data modelling techniques.
• Exposure to visualisation and dashboarding tools such as Power BI.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

This is a great opportunity to work with a passionate Data & Analytics team who play a meaningful role in an innovative company!

A bit about us and what we do
Heartland is an NZX/ASX-listed financial services group with big growth plans. Heartland Group owns both Heartland Bank in New Zealand and Heartland Bank in Australia. We provide award-winning savings and finance products to a diverse range of customers including business owners, farmers and retirees. Heartland's strategy is to digitalise everything we do, enabling us to provide customers with what they need in a scalable way. We can then pass those benefits onto our customers through faster service and better rates.

Can you see yourself here?
We're innovative and always evolving. We work together as one team and have big ambition. We're committed to creating a culture of inclusivity that celebrates our diverse backgrounds and supports the wellbeing of our people. We offer real opportunities for learning and career development. You can also drive change through our internal groups (including Manawa Whenua - our Māori group, the Rainbow Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Committee and our Green Team).

Some of our perks include employee banking benefits, an excellent insurance package, flexible working options, sports teams (touch, netball and football), and Friday night pizzas and drinks!

Diversity & Inclusion
At Heartland, we're proud to celebrate the many characteristics that make each of us different. We embrace diversity in all its forms and believe in creating an environment that helps us better understand and serve our customers. As a Living Wage Employer, a Hearing Accredited Workplace, and a Rainbow Tick certified organisation, we're committed to doing right by our people.

Keen to learn more?
For an insight into life at Heartland, check out our Instagram @heartlandbanknz or follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/heartland-bank-nz.