OSCA 2024 · 223233 · Skill level 1
Data Engineer: OSCA 223233
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Data Engineer is OSCA 2024 code 223233. It corresponds to ANZSCO 261313 Software Engineer (in part), which is on the CSOL and MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 223233
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 261313 · in part
Software Engineer
On the Core Skills Occupation List, Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.
Visas for ANZSCO 261313
The job
What a data engineer does
Designs, builds, operationalises and maintains the systems and processes for storing, transforming and analysing datasets.
Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Builds, tests and maintains data pipelines to support analytics and data processing systems
- Develops and optimises processes and tools for data extraction, transformation and loading
- Identifies, designs and implements process improvements, including automating manual processing, optimising data delivery, and redesigning infrastructure for optimum scalability
- Implements secure data handling and storage procedures, protects data privacy, and ensures compliance with regulations and best practices
Unit group 2232
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Questions
OSCA 223233: common questions
What is the OSCA code for data engineer?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 223233?
Is Data Engineer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.
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