Data Engineer - Data Platforms
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Position: Data Engineer - Data Platforms
Employer: Xero
Work Arrangement: HYBRID
Visa Framework: Australian Subclass 482 (TSS) / Skills in Demand & 186 ENS Eligible
Company & Culture
Xero is an ANZ cloud-based accounting software platform for small businesses and their advisors with millions of subscribers globally.
Key Responsibilities & Scope
The role At Xero, our Data Platform team builds the pipelines, models, and infrastructure that turn raw data into products used across the company and by millions of small businesses worldwide. In this role, you will design and build data solutions at scale, from ingestion through to modelling and the underlying platform. You will own complex technical problems end to end, navigate ambiguity, and help lift both the engineering systems and the people around you.You will play a key part in continuously raising our technical standards, driving better data quality, and creating a more self-service platform. Our team fosters an engineering culture that actively leans into automation and modern engineering practices, ensuring our foundations remain reliable and scalable as we grow.The teamOur team sits within the Data Engineering organisation, which builds and operates trusted, scalable data foundations to power analytics, decision-making, and artificial intelligence across Xero. We are a collaborative group dedicated to delivering high-quality data products through robust engineering practices and a culture of empathy towards stakeholders. You will join an environment that values knowledge sharing, regular constructive feedback, and close collaboration with product and security teams to solve real customer problems.The team is currently working on Expanding our core data platform capabilities and infrastructure using Snowflake, dbt, Prefect, and AWS to enhance observability and ac
Candidate Qualifications & Profile
- Proven experience operating within high-impact industry or enterprise environments.
- Relevant degree or recognized professional accreditation in Cloud Accounting & SaaS.
- Strong collaborative problem-solving skills and dedication to technical or operational excellence.
Compensation Guidance (AUD)
Salary Range: AUD $1,05,000 - $1,41,750 / year (commensurate with skills & experience).
- Includes standard Australian statutory superannuation (11.5%+), health & wellness allowances, and professional progression pathways.
Official Application Route
Direct Employer Career Portal: Apply directly at the official Xero careers portal: [Data Engineer - Data Platforms at Xero](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/xero/6405673d-54c3-4ca0-be29-9ad548d671c4)
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