Analytics Engineer

Role Overview

Southern Cross is building a new Data & AI function, and the Analytics Engineer will help build the trusted, well-modelled data that everything else in the function depends on. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining dbt models that transform raw data into analytics-ready datasets.

What You Will Do

The Analytics Engineer will design, build, and maintain analytics data models using dbt and Snowflake, develop incremental and dimensional models, apply software engineering practices, and collaborate with data engineers and analysts to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The role requires experience building and maintaining analytics solutions using Snowflake and dbt, strong SQL skills, and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable, reusable data products. The company is investing in people, technology, and the mission, and the role offers opportunities for growth, impact, and a meaningful difference.

Requirements

• Experience building and maintaining analytics solutions using Snowflake and dbt
• Strong SQL skills and a solid understanding of data modelling principles
• Experience with Git-based development, CI/CD, and software engineering practices
• The ability to translate business requirements into scalable, reusable data products
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• A curious, continuous-learning mindset
• A collaborative style that values knowledge sharing and team success
• Commitment to quality, documentation, and operational excellence
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

Benefits

• Five days of wellbeing leave per year
• Health insurance for you and your immediate whānau
• Life insurance cover and discounts on pet and travel insurance
• Extra parental leave benefits and financial wellbeing support
• Participation in our workplace wellbeing programme
• The option to purchase flexi leave for study, volunteering, or supporting your whānau
• An annual volunteer day to contribute to a cause with your team

Tagged as: Snowflake, SQL