Lead Data Engineer

IT & T

Project Management / Business Analysts

Job Title: Lead Data Engineer - Secure Data Platforms & Pipeline Delivery
Step into a senior data engineering opportunity where you’ll lead the delivery of high-value data ingestion, transformation, and preparation solutions in a secure government environment. This role suits a hands-on technical leader who can design resilient data pipelines, shape modern data frameworks, and work closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver data solutions that support both operational and analytical outcomes.
Location: ACT
Contract Duration: 12 months (possible 12-month extension)
Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance.
Closing Date: 10:00am Tuesday, 07 April 2026

Essential Tasks:
  • Lead the delivery of datasets optimised for end-user requirements
  • Design and implement resilient data pipelines for operational and analytical outcomes
  • Liaise with subject matter experts to validate data transformation and storage solutions
  • Define, implement, and maintain modern data frameworks across enterprise systems
Key Criteria:
  • Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and maintaining data pipelines
  • Proven ability to deliver solutions for both operational and analytical use cases
  • Experience leading the adoption and implementation of modern data frameworks
  • Desirable exposure to graph database concepts and agile delivery environments
How to Apply
Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please contact Caleb on 0477 266 993 and send through your CV by following the link below.

About Compas:
Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE
Due to the nature of this environment, candidates will be working in sensitive government settings. Clearance requirements vary per role and are based on client specifications.
Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance.
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