Build technology that improves lives – Design and optimise enterprise-scale data platforms that directly support patient care, operational performance and nationally significant digital health initiatives.
Work at the forefront of AI and modern data engineering - Build cloud-native data pipelines powering advanced analytics, Machine Learning and Generative AI solutions using Azure, Microsoft Fabric and Databricks.
Shape the future of healthcare data – Influence enterprise architecture, governance and engineering standards across one of Australia's largest not-for-profit health systems.
What if your next engineering challenge could genuinely improve healthcare?
Most Data Engineering roles focus on moving data from A to B.
This one helps transform how healthcare is delivered across Australia.
At St Vincent's Health Australia, we're building intelligent, secure and scalable data platforms that empower clinicians, operational leaders and researchers to make better decisions, faster. Every pipeline you build, every platform you optimise and every improvement you deliver contributes to better patient care and a stronger health system.
You'll join a collaborative Digital & Technology team driving enterprise-wide data capability across one of Australia's largest healthcare organisations. Working with Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks and modern engineering practices, you'll help build scalable platforms that support advanced analytics, AI, automation and the next generation of digital healthcare.
If you're looking for a role where technical excellence meets meaningful purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Program – Medicare Mental Health Check-In
This role supports one of Australia's most innovative digital health initiatives.
The Medicare Mental Health Check-In is a national virtual mental health service delivered in partnership with the Australian Government, providing accessible, evidence-based mental healthcare to people across Australia.Data is fundamental to the success of this service.As our Data Engineer, you'll help design and build the secure, scalable data platforms that enable real-time reporting, operational insights, advanced analytics and future AI capabilities that support clinicians and improve patient outcomes.
About St Vincent’s Health Australia
For more than 165 years, St Vincent's Health Australia has been providing compassionate care to Australians.Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1857, we have grown into one of Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care providers.
Today, more than 30,000 employees deliver care across public hospitals, private hospitals, aged care, home care, virtual care, research and community services throughout New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland.
Our vision is simple but ambitious—to deliver excellent and compassionate care within a better and fairer health and aged care system.
Digital transformation is central to achieving that vision, and data is at the heart of everything we do.
The Opportunity
This is far more than a traditional Data Engineering role.
You'll become a key contributor to the design, development and evolution of our enterprise data platform, enabling trusted data across operational reporting, predictive analytics, AI and enterprise decision-making.
Working closely with architects, analysts, clinicians, product teams and business stakeholders, you'll engineer modern cloud-based data solutions that are scalable, secure and built for the future.
You'll have the opportunity to influence engineering standards, contribute to enterprise architecture decisions and help shape the future of data across St Vincent's Health Australia.
This is a 12-month full-time fixed-term opportunity, based in our Melbourne Group Office with hybrid working arrangements.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll have the opportunity to:
Design, build and optimise enterprise-scale ETL and ELT pipelines
Develop modern cloud-native data solutions using Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric and Databricks
Design and maintain scalable data warehouse and lakehouse environments
Apply software engineering best practices including CI/CD, automated testing, version control and Infrastructure as Code
Develop high-performing data models that support enterprise analytics and reporting
Build trusted data foundations that enable Machine Learning, advanced analytics and Generative AI initiatives
Develop vector database pipelines supporting Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions
Ensure data governance, security, quality and compliance within a healthcare environment
Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, architects and business stakeholders to deliver high-value solutions
Monitor, troubleshoot and continuously improve platform reliability, scalability and performance
Contribute to documentation, engineering standards and the ongoing uplift of enterprise data capability
About You
You're an experienced Data Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while delivering meaningful business outcomes.
You combine strong engineering capability with curiosity, collaboration and a passion for continuous improvement.
You're comfortable working across both technical and non-technical teams and enjoy building elegant, scalable solutions that make a real difference.
Essential
5+years experience in Data Engineering, Data Platform or Data Warehouse development
Strong experience with Azure technologies including Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Microsoft Fabric
Advanced SQL skills together with Python or Scala
Experience designing and implementing modern ETL and ELT pipelines
Strong understanding of dimensional modelling, relational databases and enterprise data architecture
Experience with Power BI, SSAS or comparable analytics platforms
Experience using Git, DevOps and CI/CD practices
Desirable
Experience working within healthcare or other regulated industries
Exposure to Machine Learning, MLOps or Generative AI technologies
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Knowledge of structured and unstructured data environments
Passion for emerging cloud and AI technologies
Why You'll Love Working Here
At St Vincent's you'll enjoy:
Building technology that directly improves healthcare outcomes
Working with modern Azure cloud technologies and enterprise-scale data platforms
Exposure to advanced analytics, Machine Learning and AI initiatives
Hybrid working arrangements that support flexibility
Competitive salary packaging benefits that increase your take-home pay
Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
A collaborative, inclusive and supportive engineering culture
The opportunity to influence enterprise architecture and technology strategy
Working alongside talented professionals committed to innovation and continuous improvement
The satisfaction of knowing your work contributes to better healthcare for communities across Australia
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're passionate about building modern data platforms, solving complex engineering challenges and using technology to improve lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit:
Your current CV
A tailored cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role
Applications are reviewed as they are received, and we may close this advertisement earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Important Information
Your employment is subject to SVHA pre-employment checks.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At St Vincent's Health Australia, we believe our people are our greatest strength.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.
We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ communities and people with lived experience of mental health challenges.
Together, we're building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we proudly serve.
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan
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