At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop cutting-edge data platforms for biomedical research and collaborate with leading scientists.
- Company: Join the University of Melbourne's innovative Australian BioCommons team.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse community committed to inclusion and well-being.
- Why this job: Shape national research infrastructure and contribute to life-changing health discoveries.
- Qualifications: Experience in software development, particularly with Python and data pipelines.
Join to apply for the Data Platform Engineer role at University of Melbourne. This role is a full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, specifically in the Australian BioCommons.
Your next career opportunity:
As a Data Platform Engineer at Australian BioCommons, you'll play a pivotal role in establishing OMIX3, Australia's first integrated, accredited, multi-omic analysis platform for research and clinical samples. You'll develop cutting-edge digital solutions, including a Gen3 data commons, to enable sharing and analysis of human omic and phenotype data. This role offers you the chance to shape national research infrastructure, collaborate with top scientists, and directly contribute to AI-driven discoveries for improved health outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Pipeline Development: Create production-grade tools for automated data flows, including archiving, cataloguing, and analysis of sensitive human omics datasets.
- System Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new software features and integration points.
- Quality Assurance: Design and execute test plans, lead code reviews, and maintain high-quality codebases.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Work with diverse stakeholders, including business analysts, data managers, and security specialists, to align technical solutions with project needs.
You may be a great fit if:
- You are a skilled Software Developer with a passion for data pipelines and systems integration, possessing strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to high-quality engineering in a collaborative, open-source environment.
- You may also hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Have extensive experience developing robust, release-quality Python code.
- Demonstrate deep understanding of ETL processes and data processing.
- Possess experience with Unix/Linux command-line utilities and shell scripting.
- Show commitment to continuous learning and have excellent communication skills.
What we offer you:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance.
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members.
Your new team - Australian BioCommons:
The University of Melbourne hosts the Australian BioCommons, a $20M NCRIS-funded initiative (2023-2028) advancing national life science research through world-class digital infrastructure. Its mission is to lead in bioinformatics and bioscience data services, offering cutting-edge tools, platforms, and training to support research communities and ensure long-term access to vital data and analysis capabilities.
Be Yourself:
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants:
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.
Working at the University - what you need to know:
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
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