Lead Data Modeller

Job details

Data Modellers are computer systems engineers who design and implement data modelling solutions using relational dimensional and NoSQL databases. To ensure success as a data modeller the position holder should have in-depth knowledge of data warehousing modelling techniques covering conceptual logical and physical representations of transactional analytical and big-data processing systems. as well as expert communication skills. Ultimately a data modeller should be able to design models that reduce data redundancy streamline data movements and improve enterprise information management

The candidate must hold an active Baseline security clearance prior to commencement.

Key duties and responsibilities

The Data modeller will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Undertaking work that is moderately complex to complex and/or sensitive in nature under limited direction utilising expertise and knowledge within the area of data modelling
  
• Analysing and translating business needs into long-term solution data models.
  
• Evaluating existing data systems.
  
• Working with the development or Agile Delivery team to create conceptual data models and data flows.
  
• Developing best practices for data coding to ensure consistency within the system.
  
• Employing data modelling techniques to develop analytical solutions and make recommendations to business stakeholders.
  
• Establishing sustainable automatic analytical processes.
  
• Collaborate with stakeholders and data professionals to identify and support process improvement opportunities within data governance and quality frameworks.
  
• Reviewing modifications of existing systems for cross-compatibility.
  
• Implementing data strategies and developing physical conceptual and logical data models.
  
• Updating and optimizing local and metadata models.
  
• Evaluating implemented data systems for variances discrepancies and efficiency.
  
• Troubleshooting and optimising data systems.
  

About the project

Indigo Program (Tranche 2) The Indigo Program is a large-scale transformation program to modernise business capabilities and replace core election ICT systems with a citizen-centric agile technology platform. The Program will transform the AEC s delivery of electoral services and ensure ongoing integrity of the electoral system. Tranche 2 comprises a variety of work packages with a focus on business process re-engineering data management legislative compliance and replacing aging systems.

About the organisation

Enterprise Strategy and Transformation Division (ESTD) The ESTD is one of two divisions within the AEC s Enterprise Transformation Group (ETG) established to drive the AEC s transformation agenda and to deliver the Election Systems Modernisation Program (Indigo Program) on behalf of the agency.

Criteria

The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters.

Essential criteria

1. 3 years of hands-on experience with data modelling. Demonstrated ability to use best practice data modelling methods and suitable data analysis tools and techniques. Expert knowledge of metadata management and related tools. Knowledge of mathematical foundations and statistical analysis. Strong interpersonal skills - understands and manages client expectations to deliver data-driven solutions. Experience with team management. Excellent problem-solving communication and presentation skills. Proficient in writing technical documentation using appropriate templates/version control. Experience with developing data warehouse data lake and enterprise big data solutions within cloud-platforms.

Desirable criteria

1. Bachelors degree in computer science information technology or a similar field. Demonstrated knowledge of Commonwealth frameworks including ICT frameworks and Resource Management and data storage and warehousing solutions. Certifications or training evidence in Data Modelling.