Job Overview & Organization Mission

Rokt is recruiting a Senior Data Platform Engineer in Sydney to build data pipelines analyzing billions of global e-commerce checkout moments.

Rokt is looking for an experienced Senior Data Platform Engineer to join our core data engineering group in Sydney. You will design, build, and optimize high-scale data warehouse solutions utilizing Snowflake, Apache Spark, and dbt to process billions of real-time e-commerce transaction signals.

As a key member of the team at Rokt in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Build petabyte-scale: Build petabyte-scale data ingestion and transformation pipelines using Apache Spark and Python.
• Design highly: Design highly performant dimensional models and materialized views in Snowflake using dbt.
• Orchestrate complex: Orchestrate complex DAG workflows using Apache Airflow and Dagster.
• Partner with: Partner with data analysts and business leaders to deliver clean, documented datasets.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Rokt, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor of Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Data.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 5+ years data engineering experience building petabyte-scale data warehouses.
• Expert proficiency with Snowflake, Apache Spark, and Python.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals: CI/CD for data, testing, and data governance.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Rokt, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$165,000 – AU$205,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• High compensation package $165,000 – $205,000 + substantial Rokt equity options + super.
• Modern Sydney CBD office with fully stocked kitchen, barista coffee, and social events.
• Work with an internationally recognized Aussie tech unicorn on global problems.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Rokt

Rokt is an Australian tech unicorn that powers e-commerce transaction moments for the world’s largest brands.

Rokt is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Rokt careers gateway.