Associate Data Engineer (GraphQL) – Consulting

​About the Role
We are looking for an early-career Data Engineer to join a growing consulting team delivering across complex Federal Government programs.

This is an opportunity for someone with around 1–2 years’ experience who wants to build their career across both hands-on data engineering and consulting. You’ll work on modern data solutions while gaining exposure to stakeholder engagement and advisory work within a secure environment.

• Permanent Full Time position

• Canberra based

• NV1 Security Clearance

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the design and development of data pipelines and data solutions

• Working with GraphQL and API-driven architectures to enable efficient data access

• Assisting with data integration, modelling and platform development

• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions

• Contributing to documentation, reporting and solution design

• Learning how to deliver within consulting engagements across government programs

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About You

• Around 12–18 months experience in Data Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field

• Exposure to GraphQL or modern API technologies

• Understanding of data pipelines, data modelling or backend systems

• Strong communication skills and an interest in consulting or stakeholder-facing work

• Experience or interest in working within government or secure environments

• Active NV1 Security Clearance

• Degree in a relevant discipline

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Benefits

• Clear pathway to grow into a consulting data engineer

• Exposure to complex, large-scale government programs

• Opportunity to build both technical and advisory skillsets

• Supportive team environment with strong development opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements / hybrid WFH

• 5 weeks annual leave + additional leave entitlements

• Tech & wellness perks

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How to Apply
If you’re early in your data engineering career and want to accelerate your growth in a consulting environment, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion –alyssa@assemblesolutions.com.au