Foundry Data Engineer
The Organisation
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats
to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on
the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO’s people are ordinary Australians but they do
extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need
talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.
We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse
and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all
eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or
disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about
what we do, not what we value.
The opportunity
ASIO is seeking to fill Foundry Data Engineer positions in Canberra (preferred), Sydney, Melbourne or
Adelaide locations.
A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this
position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.
Role responsibilities
As a Foundry Data Engineer, you will:
- Enable technical, analytical and operational teams by managing and surfacing data, building
pipelines and developing enterprise data applications – all within our analytic platform. - Use appropriate tools and techniques that conform to agreed process and industry standards.
- Work in a diverse team environment, sharing outcomes and experience with others to support
development and growth. - Deliver data and analytics-driven outcomes – typically within the Palantir Foundry platform.
- Deliver critical datasets for discovery and analysis, while ensuring they are appropriately
transformed and corporately available. - Ensure that all development is in line with standard engineering and technical approaches
employed by the organisation, and that risks associated with deployment are adequately
understood and documented. - Use your knowledge of open source libraries and languages and technologies like PySpark,
Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and SQL.
What you will bring
The Role Description above provides an overview of the Foundry Data Engineering function in general.
Depending on the level of position you wish to apply for, the required skills and experience will vary.
For AE4-AE5 roles we invite applications from people with the following attributes:
• Technology skills.
• Relevant experience related to the required skills listed below.
• An aptitude and desire to learn.
AEE1 candidates should be able to demonstrate well-developed skills and experience that meet all of the
following essential criteria whilst AE6 applicants should show skills and experience across many of the
following:
Required Skills
- The ability to design, implement, and maintain data engineering solutions in Apache Spark, SQL
and Python, and experience with ETL/ELT/orchestration tools. - The ability to build tooling and techniques which are well tested, documented and provide
consistency in data engineering approaches. - The ability to fuse data sources using various data pre-processing techniques such as
transformation, integration, normalisation and feature extraction to create useful data
structures. - The ability to define and ensure data quality using checking and remediation processes.
A demonstrated ability to develop technical documentation and track work in collaboration
tools. - Willingness to apply existing data engineering skills within Palantir Foundry and develop
expertise in the platform.
Other Desirable Skills and Experience
- Experience with containerisation and container orchestration.
- Experience with Integrating and building APIs.
- Experience in data storage platforms and distributed data processing frameworks such as
Hadoop or Spark. - Familiarity with Palantir’s Foundry platform is desirable but not essential as training will be
provided on-the-job. Familiarity with similar systems would also be helpful. - Experience with cloud computing services.
- Aligned SFIA skills, such as:
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- Data Engineer (DENG).
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- Programming (PROG).
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- Software Configuration (PORT).
- Minimum 3 year’s Data Engineering or Programming in Python to be in consideration for higher
levels. - Tertiary qualification in a technology field is desirable but not essential.
What we offer you
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:
- A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged
Access security clearance. - Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.
- A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your worklife balance.
- Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance (Please note: due
to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available). - Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
- Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Eligibility
To be eligible for the role, you must be:
- An Australian citizen.
- Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and
respected. We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual
orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are
encouraged to apply.
Reasonable adjustments
Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment
process or the workplace.
Location
The role can be based in Canberra (preferred), Sydney, Melbourne, or Adelaide.
How to apply
Click on ‘Apply online’ to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include
the following:
- A written pitch of up to two pages using examples to demonstrate how your skills, experience
and aptitude address the role description and required skills. Refer to the capability framework
for guidance on at-level expectations. - An up-to-date CV, no more than 2 pages in length.
- Details of 2 referees, which should include a current or previous manager.
All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates
must be prepared to undergo various selection stages.
ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the
same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential
employment.
Closing date and time
Monday 14 October 2024, 5.00pm AEDT
No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted.
Employment conditions
Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are
similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the
Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth
schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.
Enquiries
If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO
Recruitment at careers@asio.gov.au or phone 02 6257 4916.