Data Engineer - Senior Analyst, Wellington
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PwC NZ

Data Engineer - Senior Analyst

  • Posted 3w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Wellington

Job Description

Kia ora,

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.


This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.


Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

We're looking for a Senior Analyst to join our growing Data team in Pōneke / Wellington or Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland.


This is an exciting opportunity for a data engineering professional who enjoys combining technical expertise, data analysis, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement to deliver modern cloud-based data solutions. Working across enterprise transformation programmes, you'll help clients understand and solve complex data problems, design, build and optimise scalable data platforms that create trusted, analytics-ready data and deliver real business value.


You'll work with a broad range of clients and technologies, partnering with business and technical stakeholders to solve complex challenges, modernise data capabilities and enable data-driven decision making. The role offers exposure across the full project lifecycle, from discovery and solution design through to development, deployment, analysis, and ongoing optimisation.


What you'll be doing:

  • Partnering with clients and project teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable data solutions.
  • Designing, building and deploying modern data platforms and pipelines using technologies such as Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks and Snowflake.
  • Developing robust ETL/ELT processes that transform and curate data from multiple source systems into trusted datasets.
  • Building and optimising SQL, Python and Spark solutions to support data analysis, automation, performance and scalability.
  • Using AI-enabled development tools and ways of working to accelerate analysis, coding, testing, troubleshooting and documentation, while applying appropriate judgement, quality and security controls.
  • Analysing complex datasets to identify patterns, issues and opportunities, and using visualisation and clear narrative to help stakeholders understand what the data is telling them.
  • Contributing to data architecture, solution design, technical specifications and delivery planning.
  • Supporting enterprise data governance, metadata management and data quality initiatives.
  • Facilitating workshops and engaging directly with business stakeholders, translating data, analysis and technical concepts into practical business outcomes.
  • Implementing CI/CD practices and Infrastructure as Code to support repeatable and scalable deployments.
  • Troubleshooting platform, integration and data quality issues across client environments.
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across data, analytics, risk and technology to deliver high-impact transformation outcomes.


Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga  / Skills you will bring or develop in this role

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with analytical thinking, a consulting mindset and enjoys working directly with clients to solve complex business challenges through data.


You'll bring:

  • 3+ years' experience in Data Engineering, Data & Analytics, Technology Consulting, or a related field, with a track record of delivering data-driven solutions for clients.
  • Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and translate business needs into practical technology and data outcomes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explore unfamiliar datasets, identify patterns or issues, test hypotheses and communicate what the data is telling you through clear analysis and visualisation.
  • Experience contributing to enterprise transformation, cloud modernisation, or data platform initiatives in complex environments.
  • Hands-on experience designing and delivering modern data solutions using cloud technologies such as Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake, or similar platforms.
  • Strong technical foundations in data engineering, analytics and modern data architectures, including ETL/ELT, data modelling, APIs/integration, cloud-native and lakehouse approaches.
  • An understanding of data governance, data management, and data quality practices, with exposure to governance and metadata management tools advantageous.
  • Experience working with modern development and deployment practices, including automation, CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code.
  • A collaborative and adaptable approach, with the ability to work across different clients, industries, technologies and transformation programmes.


Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

  • Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals
  • Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways
  • Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
  • Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.
  • Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture
  • Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave
  • Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave


Mō te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?

Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We’ll empower you with technology, coaching, flexibility and trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html.

Grow here. Go further.


Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you.


Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

Atamai hangahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Desired Hard Skills

  • SQL
  • Data Engineering
  • Python
  • CI/CD
  • ETL/ELT

Desired Soft Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Consulting Mindset
  • Stakeholder Management

Additional Compensation

  • Performance Bonus
  • Referral Bonuses

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 📆 Paid Volunteer Leave
  • 🏘 Work from Home
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 💸 Payroll Giving
  • 💼 Life Insurance
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 🚚 Relocation Support
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • 🖥 Computer Assistance
  • 📱 Discounted Phone or Internet Plans
  • ⌨ Home Office Budget
  • 🩸 Free Period Products
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • 🍇 Fruit Box
  • ☕ Work Café
  • Wellbeing Benefit ($250/year)
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  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 💰 Wage Equality

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