Data consultant- 6 Months contract Our client is supporting a major initiative to consolidate multiple innovation and asymmetry datasets into a single, secure, and scalable data repository. This capability will reduce duplication, expose synergies, enhance analytical insights, and support faster, more informed decision-making. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Develop backend architecture, canonical data model, metadata/taxonomy structures, ingestion patterns Design role-based front-end views for capability planners, analysts, program leads, wargamers, and experimenters. Define security controls, access restrictions, and local authentication mechanisms. Produce Architecture Packs, Data Models and Integration Plans. Full Stack Development Build the secure data repository, including APIs, search and indexing functions, lineage and auditing capabilities, and data versioning. Implement ingestion pipelines for multiple Defence-approved sources (spreadsheets, databases, SharePoint, wargaming outputs). Deliver interactive dashboards, UX wireframes, and visualisation prototypes tailored to each user group. Testing & Quality Assurance Conduct iterative user testing (multiple review cycles) throughout MVP build. Ensure the product meets availability, performance, scalability, maintainability, observability, accessibility, and usability requirements. Apply Defence-aligned security hardening. Documentation & Training Produce all required documentation, including user guides, training materials, architecture documentation, and operational handover packs. Deliver training workshops to key stakeholders and end-users. Project Management & Transition Use an agile methodology (continuous discovery, parallel design, iterative validation). Manage project milestones, stakeholder engagement, and handover into operational use. Support transition of the MVP into the environment. Required Skills & Experience Extensive full-stack engineering experience across backend, frontend, and database design. Strong knowledge of data modelling, metadata management, and ingestion patterns. Experience delivering secure solutions in government or Defence environments. Proven ability to develop visualisation interfaces and user-dependent dashboards. Experience building governed APIs and search/indexing frameworks. Familiarity with data lineage, auditing, versioning, and retention controls. Strong stakeholder engagement and agile delivery experience. Excellent documentation and communication skills. NV1 Security Clearance or Above Desirable Experience Exposure to wargaming, experimentation or capability development environments. Experience integrating disparate datasets across large organisations. Understanding of Defence security requirements and accreditation processes. All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact James Griffiths on 03 9982 0314. LI-JG SCR-james-griffiths
