Staff Data Engineer - Data & Analytics Platform

ASB Bank

  • Albany, Auckland
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Kia ora, Talofa lava, Kia Orana, Malo e lelei, Fakalofa lahi atu, Bula Vinaka, Ni-Hao, Xinh Chao and Namaste!We're looking for a Staff Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics Platform - someone who thrives on solving complex data challenges, uplifts engineering maturity, and leads by influence rather than authority. This is a newly created individual contributor role that is between a "Lead Data Engineer" and a "Principal Engineer", designed to bring deep technical expertise and thought leadership into our data engineering domain.Location: Albany hybridBenefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and plenty of other benefits.Mō te Tūranga | About the RoleAs a Staff Data Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data engineering at ASB. You'll work across squads and platforms to embed best practices, uplift engineering capability, and ensure our data solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise risk and compliance expectations.You'll be hands-on with modern data technologies (Snowflake, dbt, Python, CI/CD, Azure), and work closely with engineers, architects, and security consultants to influence design decisions and drive adoption of robust engineering patterns.What you'll do:
  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-quality data solutions.
  • Coach and mentor engineers across the Data & Analytics Platform and wider organisation.
  • Champion engineering excellence, automation, and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data solutions with business needs.
  • Contribute to the evolution of our data engineering standards and guardrails.
You'll be part of a high-performing, inclusive team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive - and we're just getting started.Ō pūkenga | About You
  • Extensive experience in data engineering, with a strong focus on cloud-native platforms and distributed systems.
  • Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python, with a track record of productionising and operationalising code.
  • Deep understanding of data architecture, security, and governance.
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills - you're as comfortable in the code as you are in a design review or stakeholder session.
  • A strategic, product-centric mindset and a passion for coaching and capability uplift.
Me pēhea te tono | How to Apply?To be considered, all applications need to be via our online career channels. For more role-specific information, please see the attached position description.If we've nailed our pitch and this role sounds like it might be the one for you, then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you!Successful candidates will be required to undertake several pre-employment checks which will include but are not limited to: Police Check, Credit Check, AML Compliance, Verification of your qualifications, and may include checks both here in New Zealand and overseas.To serve a diverse community, we need a diverse organisation. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds who bring unique perspectives and thinking styles that add to the culture and performance of our team.To serve a diverse community, we need a diverse organisation. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds who bring unique perspectives and thinking styles that add to the culture and performance of our team.Job detailsReference # EP161698
Posted on 29 Aug 2025
Location(s) AucklandShow all
Expertise Data, Engineering, IT (Other), IT Applications, IT Infrastructure, IT SecurityShow all
Work type(s) Full Time
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