Data Platform Engineer

• Technical lead for the development of enterprise ETLs using CI/CD pipelines, including integration and ingestion of diverse enterprise data sources
• Lead, develop and support AI/ML initiatives within the Data Warehouse and Power BI platforms
• Develop, Support and maintain the Data Warehouse, Power BI and file sharing platforms

This role is based in Wellington.

Are you an experienced Data, Platform, Site Reliability or DevOps Engineer with a passion for building, improving, and supporting modern cloud data platforms?

We are looking for a skilled Data Platform Engineer to play a key role in the ongoing evolution of our cloud-based data platform.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Oranga Tamariki has recently migrated from a legacy on-premises Data Warehouse to a modern, cloud-based platform built on Azure and Databricks, with Power BI as our primary analytics and reporting tool.

This is a highly skilled and specialist technical role requiring strong data and Data Warehouse experience with a wide span of influence. You will provide technical leadership for the design and management of large and complex Data Warehouse work initiatives.

This role focuses on the stability, enhancement, and continuous improvement of the platform. You will work across both BAU support and project-based delivery:

• :25% operational support – triaging and resolving ServiceNow requests, platform maintenance, and continuous improvement
• :75% project delivery – delivering enhancements, onboarding new data sources, and enabling integrations across system

You will be actively involved in data pipeline and ETL processes, helping ensure data is reliable, accessible, and scalable for analytics and operational use cases. We are also exploring AI and advanced analytics use cases using Databricks and Microsoft technologies, providing an opportunity to contribute to forward-looking initiatives.

Our tech stack

• Azure (core platform)
• Databricks
• Power BI
• CI/CD (Azure DevOps)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Cloud Formation / Bicep)
• File Sharing – SFTP and Eightwire
• SQL & Python
• Zero trust network (Zscaler ZIA/ZPA)

What you will be doing

• Supporting and maintaining the cloud data platform (Azure + Databricks)
• Enhancing and optimising data pipelines and ETL processes
• Onboarding and integrating new data sources
• Troubleshooting platform issues and resolving incidents via ServiceNow
• Contributing to CI/CD and infrastructure as code practices
• Working with vendor partners to deliver platform services
• Ensuring platform alignment with architecture, governance, and security standards
• Supporting the adoption of emerging capabilities, including AI/ML workloads

Where does this role fit

This role sits within the Data and Analytics Technology function, working closely with:

• Platform team members and the Portfolio Architect
• Working in a cross functional capacity with our Data teams
• Data Architects and enterprise architecture functions
• External technology vendors and partners

You will act as a key technical contributor within the platform team, helping bridge platform engineering, data engineering, and operational support.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you bring to this role:

• 4+ year's experience in data platform or data engineering roles
• Strong experience with data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, SQL Server, or similar
• Familiarity with SQL and Python
• Experience working with data warehouses and ETL pipeline development
• Experience in cloud environments (preferably Azure)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions)
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, or similar)
• Experience with analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. The opportunity to work on a modern cloud data platform with exposure to emerging AI and advancedd analytics use cases. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

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Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and cover Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. For more information about the role, please review the position description. If you have any questions about role, please contact

Applications for this role close at midnight on Monday 29th June 2026.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.