Careers at UniSC

• Insights and Analytics Unit, Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay Campus
• Level 8, $ 111,613 - $126,406 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 12 months

The Opportunity

Join us at the University of the Sunshine Coast as a Senior Data Engineer and Business Intelligence Developer, where you’ll apply your expert knowledge of data analytics strategies, technologies, systems and practices to help shape our future state for data and analytics. Working closely with stakeholders across the university, you’ll play a key role in delivering an enterprise-wide analytics program—designing, building, testing and implementing data products that meet business needs and align with our data and analytics roadmap. This is your chance to modernise how we work with data, develop clever BI solutions, and help build a more insightful, connected and forward-thinking university.

For more information, please visit us online: Insights and Analytics Unit

You will

• help bring our data and analytics roadmap to life, boosting our ability to harness data responsibly and strategically across the university;
• use your technical know-how and business insight to uplift how we approach data, working collaboratively in a complex, evolving environment;
• support the design, delivery and upkeep of robust data warehouse solutions that power our reporting and integration needs; and
• team up with colleagues from across the university to craft clear, insightful dashboards and visualisations that spark smart, data-informed decisions.

About you

You’re someone who loves solving complex problems with smart, scalable solutions and you know your way around data pipelines, visualisations, and everything in between. Our ideal candidate is curious, collaborative, and deeply technical, with a passion for turning messy, disconnected data into clear insights that drive meaningful decisions. You enjoy working with others, whether it’s bringing business areas on the journey, making sense of complex systems, or delivering solutions that are secure, reliable and easy to maintain. If you thrive in a space where your ideas are valued, your expertise is trusted, and your work has real impact, you’ll feel right at home here.

You will possess:

• Strong experience in designing data warehouses, developing BI solutions and creating data visualisations that bring insights to life.
• Confidence working with Azure tools such as Data Factory, Function Apps and Synapse, along with experience in data engineering, integration, ETL and architecture.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, PowerShell and BI tools, with a strong grasp of one or more data-focused languages or platforms.
• A sound understanding of data governance, cataloguing, quality, security and privacy—backed by practical experience applying these in complex environments.
• The ability to design engaging, insightful visualisations that help people understand the story in the data and support strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas clearly and work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong people and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and solve problems in innovative and practical ways.
• Experience in testing frameworks and methodologies, with the ability to develop plans, test files and scripts that ensure data and BI solutions are fit for purpose.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  493013_position description.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 11 May 2025

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Lei Zhao, Senior Lead, Data Analytics
Insights and Analytics Unit
Telephone: 07 5456 5483
Email: lzhao@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.