Data Architect

CGI; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting and IT firm in Canada is seeking a Data Architect to analyze and design scalable data solutions. Candidates should have a solid experience in data architecture and migrating to cloud platforms, specifically AWS. The ideal candidate will lead complex data migration initiatives and optimize ETL pipelines. This is a remote-friendly position, open to applicants across Canada.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data architecture and engineering, with a strong focus on cloud data platforms and data migration.
• Proven experience with AWS Databases and AWS Glue.
• Strong expertise in data modeling, database design, and data integration.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current state and target state data models, databases, and integration patterns.
• Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions on AWS.
• Lead the development of data migration plans.
• Build and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines using AWS Glue.
• Define and enforce data architecture standards, best practices, and governance policies.
• Provide hands-on support in data modeling and performance tuning.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Migration

Data Modeling

English

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

Tools

AWS Glue

AWS Databases

Job description

Position Description:

Security clearance: Reliability Clearance granted preferably or eligible (5+ years residing in Canada)

This role is open for candidates across Canada.

We are seeking a hands-on Data Architect with deep expertise in data migration analysis and planning, along with experience in AWS Glue. This role will be responsible for analyzing current and future state data architectures, designing scalable solutions, and leading the execution of complex data migration initiatives.

Responsibilities:

1. Analyze current state and target state data models, databases, and integration patterns.
2. Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions on AWS.
3. Lead the development of data migration plans.
4. Build and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines using AWS Glue.
5. Define and enforce data architecture standards, best practices, and governance policies.
6. Provide hands-on support in data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical), schema design, and performance tuning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data architecture and engineering, with a strong focus on cloud data platforms and data migration.
• Proven experience with AWS Databases and AWS Glue.
• Strong expertise in data modeling, database design, and data integration.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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Note: The term ‘architect’ in this job posting refers to the technical role related to IT and does not require licensure as prescribed by provincial or territorial architect regulators. Architecture is a regulated profession in Canada, and licensure is not a prerequisite for this position.

Skills:

• Data Architecture
• Data Migration
• Data Modeling
• English

What you can expect from us:

At CGI, we foster ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging. You’ll have opportunities to develop your full potential, shape your career, and work on innovative solutions. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations, please inform your recruiter. For accessibility inquiries, contact us via email. Join us—one of the largest IT and business consulting firms in the world.