Data & AI Engineer

National Asset Mgmt Incorporated; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Zebra in Mississauga is seeking a Data & AI Engineer to design, build, and optimize data pipelines for AI products. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams, ensuring data quality and leveraging Azure Data Factory, Informatica, and Airflow, along with Spark, Python, and SQL.

The role requires 1+ years in Python/Scala/Go, SQL, distributed systems using Spark, and experience with Linux-based relational/NoSQL databases. Hybrid work: 3 days in office, 2 remote.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science or Engineering.
• 1+ years programming in Python, Scala or Go.
• 1+ years SQL and data transformation experience.
• 1+ years developing distributed systems with Spark.
• 1+ years experience with MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, MongoDB or Redis.
• Experience building agents and understanding ontology and data security.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases on Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data platforms for AI products.
• Develop productized, parameterized data pipelines feeding AI products.
• Write efficient Spark (Python/Scala) and Dask data transforms.
• Build data workflows with Python and Argo to automate pipelines.
• Develop data validation tests to assess data quality.
• Conduct performance testing and profiling of code.
• Create data pipeline frameworks for high-volume, real-time delivery.
• Operationalize scalable pipelines for data science and analytics.
• Optimize cloud costs and workloads for customer data science.

Skills

Python

Scala

Go

SQL

Ontology

Data security

MySQL

MariaDB

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

Spark

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Informatica

Airflow

Job description

Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You'll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about-locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For:

The Data & AI Engineer will be responsible for understanding the client's technical requirements, design, and build data pipelines to support the requirements. In this role, the Data & AI Engineer, besides developing the solution, will also oversee other Engineers' development. This role requires strong verbal and written communication skills and effectively communicate with the client and internal team. A strong understanding of databases, SQL, cloud technologies, and modern data integration and orchestration tools like Azure Data Factory (ADF), Informatica, and Airflow are required to succeed in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plays a critical role in the design and implementation of data platforms for the AI products.
• Develops productized and parameterized data pipelines that feed AI products leveraging GPUs and CPUs.
• Develops efficient data transformation code in spark (in Python and Scala) and Dask.
• Builds workflows to automate data pipeline using python and Argo.
• Develops data validation tests to assess the quality of the input data.
• Conducts performance testing and profiling of the code using a variety of tools and techniques.
• Builds data pipeline frameworks to automate high-volume and real-time data delivery for our data hub.
• Operationalize scalable data pipelines to support data science and advanced analytics.
• Optimizes customer data science workloads and manage cloud services costs/utilization.

Will work hybrid (3 days in office/2 remote) from Mississauga, CA

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science or Engineering.
• 1+ years of experience programming with at least one of the following languages: Python, Scala, Go.
• 1+ years of experience in SQL and data transformation
• 1+ years of experience in developing distributed systems using open source technologies such as Spark.
• 1+ Experience in building Agents , complete understanding in Ontology and Data security
• 1+ years of experience with relational databases or NoSQL databases running in Linux environments (MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Experience working with Azure / GCP environment is highly desired.
• Experience in data models in the Retail and Consumer products industry is desired.
• Experience working on agile projects and understanding of agile concepts is desired.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in technical communications.
• Ability to work and achieve stretch goals in a very innovative and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail].

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Pay Range:

$67,120.00 - $100,680.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 5% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive - including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

AI Technology Statement:

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.