Data Engineer

• FREE Corporate Gold Hospital Insurance (for you and your family) 

• 2 volunteering days per year 

• Access to corporate discounts across a range of gyms, retail, restaurants, and hotels 

• Centrally located CBD office with discounted onsite barista

• Hybrid working arrangements available
• 12 month fixed term opportunity

As a Data Engineer at HBF, you’ll play a key role in building and optimising the data pipelines, models and assets that power analytics, insights and decision‑making across the organisation.

Working within our cloud‑first data ecosystem, you’ll collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure and high‑quality data solutions that support HBF’s growth and digital transformation.

In this role, you will:

• Build, maintain and optimise scalable data pipelines and integrations using AWS, SQL and modern data engineering tools.

• Develop robust data models and database designs to support analytics, reporting and operational data needs.

• Assemble and prepare complex data sets from diverse sources to meet functional and non‑functional requirements.

• Design and implement process improvements such as automation, pipeline optimisation and infrastructure enhancements.

• Support stakeholders and cross‑functional teams in solving data‑related issues and enabling data-driven decision-making.

• Contribute to solution design, documentation, testing and handover processes across the data engineering lifecycle.

About You 
You’re a collaborative and solutions‑focused data engineer who thrives in a cloud‑based, agile environment. You bring strong technical expertise across modern data platforms, paired with the ability to communicate effectively, manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality data products that support meaningful business outcomes.

Ideally, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience with cloud data technologies, ideally across AWS, Snowflake, DBT Cloud or similar platforms.

• Strong data modelling capability with hands‑on skills in schema design, data management and building consumable data products.

• Advanced database development skills, including SQL and performance optimisation.

• Experience with programming languages such as Python, SQL and/or PySpark, plus familiarity with DevOps tools and version control.

• Highly developed communication, collaboration and workload‑management skills in a fast‑paced, agile environment.

Keen to Apply?
Great! Applying is as simple and quick as clicking on the “Apply Now" button to complete your application. 

Our recruitment and selection process includes a variety of assessment methods including reference checks, National Police Clearance and verification of working rights in Australia.  

Inclusion and Accessibility
At HBF, we believe in the potential of every individual. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are celebrated, because they make us stronger. We encourage applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including transgender and gender-diverse applicants.

We want you to Be You, Be Bold, and feel supported every step of the way. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats during the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@hbf.com.au.

To learn more about our commitments visit: Community Initiatives | HBF Health Insurance

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