Graduate Data Engineer
About IRT
Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.
We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.
IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.
About the Role
Join IRT and help shape the future of data-driven decision making.
We’re seeking a passionate and curious Graduate Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics team. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your technical skills, contribute to innovative data solutions, and make a real impact within one of Australia’s leading community-owned aged care providers.
What you’ll do:
- Support the development, maintenance, and optimisation of IRT’s data and analytics platforms.
- Assist in designing, building, and testing data pipelines, integrations, and transformations across multiple systems (e.g. AWS, Snowflake, Workato, Kafka, DBT).
- Work with senior engineers to uphold data quality, security, and governance standards.
- Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of data issues under the guidance of senior team members.
- Participate in code reviews and learn best practices for building scalable and maintainable data solutions.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data needs and contribute to technical solutions.
- Assist in monitoring and optimising data pipeline performance and efficiency.
- Learn and apply best practices in modern data engineering to deliver reliable, high-quality outcomes.
To Be Successful You Will Have
About you:
You’re a recent graduate or early-career professional who’s enthusiastic about data and technology, with a strong desire to learn and grow. You’ll bring:
- A degree in Computer Science, Software/Data Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent relevant experience).
- Strong programming fundamentals (Python, SQL, or equivalent).
- An understanding of databases, data modelling, and cloud concepts (academic or practical).
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn from senior team members.
- A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Curiosity and a willingness to explore new tools, technologies, and practices.
Benefits for You
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
- Multiple career pathways
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program
Why join IRT:
- Work with modern tools and technologies in a supportive, learning-focused environment.
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation improving lives through innovation and care.
- Access ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Enjoy flexible hybrid work options and a friendly, collaborative culture.
How to Apply
If you feel this is the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the “Apply now” button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact Recruitment@irt.org.au
All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.