Data Developer (2 Positions Available)

About this Opportunity

•    2 Positions Available
•    Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2027), Full-Time
•    Digital Services Directorate
•    CQUniversity Rockhampton (other CQUniversity campus by negotiation, excl. SEQ region) (Relocation support available)
•    Higher Education Worker Level 7
•    Total Remuneration $117,129 to $127,380 pa (including salary of $98,976 to $107,638 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The Digital Services Directorate is responsible for the planning, development, support and continuous improvement of CQUniversity’s Data Management systems. These systems are critical to the University’s success, and the team provides expert technical support and advice across faculties and divisions.

As a key member of the newly formed Data Platform Operations Management team, you will enhance our digital environment by building data assets to support data-informed decision making. You will develop and improve our data and analytics infrastructure in Microsoft Fabric, including data integration, ETL processes, and multidimensional data models. You'll work with advanced technologies like real-time intelligence, governance, and data science. Your expertise will support strategic initiatives, improve performance, and create operational efficiencies. You will be an integral part of a small, supportive and vibrant team that is working within a strong business project framework.

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused professional who has strong experience with modelling and building data assets and the ability to confidently collaborate with diverse stakeholders including fellow technical professionals, business representatives and senior stakeholders.  

At CQUniversity, you will join a collaborative, agile team committed to innovation in higher education - where each day offers new opportunities, and your contributions make a real impact.

Be Rewarded

• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas/New Year closure) (4 weeks for SM contracts)
• 17% superannuation (with a choice of joining an award-winning superfund
• Generous carers and parental leave 
• Flexible and inclusive work / life balance
• Fantastic staff professional / career development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Position Requirements

Essential
•    Strong understanding of data management technologies, including SQL, Microsoft Fabric, ETL Tools and data modelling
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and create data assets which meet business expectations.
•    Effective problem-solving skills with knowledge of techniques that can visualise processes, pain points and potential improvements.

Desirable
•    Experience in the Microsoft Fabric as a toolset enabling corporate data engineering. 

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 02 July 2025 

  
Job Requisition ID: 6119

Contact Details: 

Alison Payne

(07) 4923 2837

a.payne@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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