Taro Logo

Senior Data Engineer - Practice Tools

A company that helps businesses by automating routine tasks, providing actionable insights and connecting businesses with data, advisors and apps.
Melbourne VIC, AustraliaSydney NSW, AustraliaBrisbane QLD, Australia
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
15+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Finance

Description For Senior Data Engineer - Practice Tools

Xero is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their Practice Tools team, a crucial component of their accounting operational system. This role offers an opportunity to make significant impact by solving complex scalability and reliability challenges in database systems. The position requires extensive experience (15+ years) in software development with deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and database optimization. The role involves leading database solutions, optimizing performance, driving technical improvements, and mentoring team members. Xero offers an attractive benefits package including generous leave, health benefits, and flexible working arrangements. The company's mission is to help businesses succeed through automation and data-driven insights, making it an exciting opportunity for experienced data engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the financial technology sector.

Last updated 2 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Data Engineer - Practice Tools

  • Design, implement, and maintain high-availability SQL Server databases
  • Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies
  • Analyze and resolve system challenges and shape database strategies
  • Perform capacity planning and performance tuning
  • Participate in incident response and on-call roster
  • Consult with product teams on architectural decisions
  • Implement database standards and security policies
  • Mentor other engineers and share knowledge
  • Maintain knowledge of emerging database technologies

Requirements For Senior Data Engineer - Practice Tools

  • 15+ years experience in software development
  • 5+ years recent experience with Microsoft SQL
  • Experience with cloud-based applications (AWS and Azure)
  • Strong knowledge of database design, indexing, and optimization
  • Experience with logging and monitoring solutions
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Experience with automated database deployment pipelines
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities
  • NoSQL experience (preferred)
  • Industry certifications (preferred)

Benefits For Senior Data Engineer - Practice Tools

Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Generous paid leave
  • Dedicated physical and mental wellbeing leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Income protection
  • Wellbeing and sports programmes
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers
  • Employee Share Plan
  • Flexible working
  • Career development

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To Xero Senior Data Engineer - Practice Tools