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Systems/Data Engineer

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 139319

 

Location

ACT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Michael Krege on 02 6275 8186 or michael.krege@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible; Hybrid; Onsite  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 07/09/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | ICT Division | Risk, Data & Insight Systems | Threat Risk & Intervention Systems

 

The key objective of the Threat, Risk Intervention Systems section is to work with key stakeholders to facilitate the establishment of an intelligence led; risk based layered capability to enable border risk assessments to support the identification of persons and goods that require intervention while facilitating legitimate trade and travel. The programme will enable earlier and better informed responses to all border threats. A secondary objective is to work with stakeholders across the portfolio on the consolidation of risk tools, with an initial focus on rules engines.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • The ideal candidate will have the skills for extending and sustaining the integration and maintenance of various Analytical models and supporting the infrastructure.
  • The candidate will have a good understanding of Analytics application integration, Analytics modelling techniques, Systems analysis, Solution design, Solution development and an in-depth understanding of business usage patterns for the capability.
  • The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator and have the appropriate skills to build productive stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes.
  • The candidate should have the ability to work in an agile team environment.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Responsible for the end to end integration of developed analytics models and validating them against test data.
  • Actively resolve problems, identify solutions, plan schedules, deliver outcomes within set timeframes and support the capability.
  • Delivery of project milestones and work with the team to create standard operating procedures (SOPs) to govern the delivery of Advanced Analytics Capability (AAC).
  • Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systems.
  • Build effective communication networks with a wide range of stakeholders, and work collaboratively with multiple teams and business areas; and have the personal attributes to work in a team environment comprising of technical and Business As Usual (BAU) support members.

 

Additional information

 

The candidate is to demonstrate experience in/with two or more of the following tools:

 

  • Microsoft Machine Learning Server (MMLS)
  • Alteryx Designer and Server
  • Python
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • R Programming language
  • SQL, Teradata EDW
  • Window Server
  • Powershell
  • Data Modelling

 

Our ideal candidate will have 2 + years experience in designing, implementing, model integrations and troubleshooting systems.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 07/09/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a statement of claims response document (250 words per capability) addressing the following capabilities:

 

  • Contributes to strategic thinking
  • Achieves results
  • Supports productive working relationships
  • Display personal drive and integrity
  • Communicates with influence
  • Demonstrates professional or technical proficiency

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 139319 in the document footer.

 

​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

 

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Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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