Technical Lead (Infrastructure) - Joint Border Analytics Exciting and meaningful work that makes a difference to Aotearoa
New Zealand Customs Service | Te Mana Arai o Aotearoa protects New Zealand's border using world-class tools, world-class people, and innovative approaches. The Joint Border Analytics group (JBA) applies data science to help the NZ Customs Service make the right decisions to protect the New Zealand border.
This is an exciting new role where you will be the technical lead for JBA's analytical environments. You will ensure that the development and deployment of JBA applications and other outputs is done with best practice techniques/methods and complies with all relevant security frameworks. You will lead the establishment and running of JBA's operating environment in the Cloud.
You will identify, promote, and apply best practice deployment methods for our three deployment channels: R and Python applications deployed in Docker containers in a Kubernetes cluster; R and Python models deployed in an enterprise decision engine and a Power BI server. This includes the development and oversight of unit-testing frameworks and regular code reviews to ensure accuracy and performance.
The key to the success of this role will be the ability to work in partnership with NZ Customs IT specialists and JBA business analysts, data scientists, and data engineers.
About you | Ko wai koe
You will have:
Proven ability to work well in and across multiple teams in a highly collaborative manner.
Proven ability to model software development best practice and to upskill and mentor others.
At least eight years of relevant experience in software engineering, preferably in a business intelligence and analytics context.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
The ability to manage staff, delegate tasks/oversee delivery, and remove blockers for staff.
Experience managing and maintaining Kubernetes clusters, both on-premise and in the Cloud.
A good understanding of cyber-security vulnerabilities, with the ability to identify which issues are more and less important given the environment we work in and how they should be mitigated or solved.
Ability to secure and maintain a CONFIDENTIAL security clearance.
You must have a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service towards a recommendation of suitability for security clearance at a higher level. Already having Confidential clearance is a benefit, but not a requirement.
Due to the nature of Customs work, you must have a clear Police record. Successful applicants are also required to pass a drug test.
How to apply | Me pehea te whakauru
Please apply online. Submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for this role, along with a brief work history. If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete online psychometric testing.
Applications close on 5pm on Thursday 21 November 2024.
New Zealand Customs Service | Te Mana Arai o Aotearoa is a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. We also support flexible working arrangements.
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