Senior Data Engineer - AML Squad

About ASB and the Role

Greetings from ASB. We are dedicated to helping our customers get ahead, guided by our purpose to create better outcomes for both our customers and business. Our Data & Analytics teams are key contributors to this mission. We have an opening for a Senior Data Engineer based in Auckland to join our dynamic team.

Role Overview

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be responsible for architecting, constructing, and maintaining top-tier data solutions that support trustworthy insights throughout ASB. You will work collaboratively in an agile setting, developing scalable data pipelines and platforms, while closely partnering with stakeholders to align data solutions with business objectives.

What You Will Do

• Lead the creation, enhancement, and upkeep of data pipelines and engineering workflows.
• Develop dependable, scalable, high-quality data solutions utilizing contemporary data engineering methodologies.
• Seek opportunities for automation, process simplification, and standardisation.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand needs and deliver appropriate data solutions.
• Implement software engineering and site reliability practices to enhance data quality and system performance.
• Contribute to establishing engineering standards, thorough documentation, and best practices.
• Mentor fellow team members, promoting skill growth and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Drive continuous improvement in data platforms, processes, and operational methods.
• Ensure compliance with ASB’s risk management, governance, and control policies.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience in data engineering, data warehousing, or managing large data platforms.
• Proficient in SQL and Python, including optimizing queries and deploying solutions into production environments.
• Familiarity with data integration techniques, continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD), and modern data architecture frameworks.
• Preferably experienced with cloud-native technologies, streaming data processing, or containerisation tools.
• Strong grasp of data structures, data modelling concepts, and engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging both technical teams and business stakeholders effectively.
• Proactive mindset with an emphasis on quality, continuous improvement, and timely delivery.
• Understanding of risks, security implications, and governance in data environments.

Working at ASB

ASB is committed to fostering a workplace culture founded on Care, Courage, and Curiosity. We strive to maintain an inclusive and supportive environment where our employees can excel.

• We promote empowerment instead of control.
• We value progress over perfection.
• Our priority is customer centricity.
• We uphold trust and transparency.
• We encourage continuous learning and professional growth.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about developing advanced data solutions and contributing positively to ASB, we welcome your application.