Posted:
1/20/2026, 12:03:15 PM
Location(s):
Victoria, Australia ⋅ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Data & Analytics
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
What you will do
Engineer scalable pipelines (e.g., Glue/Databricks, Step Functions, Lambda) to deliver timely, reliable data.
Partner with Marketing and Martech in defining the business data needs; produce requirements, source to target mappings, and data dictionaries.
Build two way integration between Vanguard Australia’s modern data analytics platform and Adobe Experience Platform (batch/stream), including secure ingestion and back write of activation outcomes.
Work collaboratively within a team environment – partnering closely with PI Data Analysts to translate analytical requirements into scalable data solutions, while also working effectively with the broader data engineering community within CDAO.
Embed data quality & governance with automated profiling, validation, reconciliation, lineage, and monitoring.
Support & optimise existing data infrastructure with the wider Data & Analytics team to meet SLAs.
Enable self service analytics by publishing trusted datasets and maintaining Tableau/Power BI dashboards.
Document clearly (requirements, functional specs, data dictionaries, runbooks).
Lift team capability through knowledge share sessions and collaboration in an Agile delivery model.
What you’ll bring
Strong SQL (PySpark & Spark SQL) and Python.
Experience with pipeline tooling (Glue, Step Functions/Lambda).
Proficiency in building and optimising data pipelines using Databricks across the medallion architecture
Understanding of data modelling (dimensional/ELT/medallion), privacy/compliance, and data quality practices.
Solid understanding of version control systems, specifically Git.
Collaborative mindset – comfortable working with marketers, analysts, and engineers in sprints; strong written documentation.
Proven stakeholder management and communication skills.
Ability to document requirements, challenge assumptions, and design efficient solutions.
Comfort working independently in complex data environments.
Nice to have
Familiarity across the Adobe Experience Cloud stack (AEP, AJO, AEM, Target, Analytics) for data activation, personalisation, and journey optimisation.
Basics of Tableau/Power BI and API integrations; AWS experience and IAC (Infrastructure as code).
Why This Role Is Unique
Blend of business analysis + engineering.
Direct impact on data strategy, solution design, and business decision-making.
Great fit for someone who enjoys both solving technical problems and working with people.
Target start
Early–mid March 2026, aligned to ongoing recruitment for a Data Engineer in PI Analytics.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Website: https://investor.vanguard.com/
Headquarter Location: Kelayres, Pennsylvania, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1975
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Finance ⋅ Financial Services