Data Architect

emergiTEL Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian financial institution is seeking a Data Architect to design and implement a secure, scalable, and governance-focused data ecosystem in the Azure Cloud. In this role, you will collaborate with various teams to ensure adherence to compliance and security standards while leveraging cutting-edge technologies. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in Azure and a strong understanding of data governance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in data architecture or engineering.
• Hands-on expertise in Azure tools like Databricks and Spark.
• Strong understanding of data governance and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Architect cloud data solutions using Azure technologies.
• Design data governance frameworks compliant with industry regulations.
• Develop scalable ETL pipelines with CI/CD integration.

Skills

Azure cloud experience

Data architecture

Data governance

CI/CD tools

Python

PySpark

Strong data security understanding

Education

Azure Data Engineer certification

Databricks Developer/Engineer certification

Tools

Azure Databricks

Apache Spark

Unity Catalog

Purview

Azure DevOps

Job description

My client, a leading Canadian financial institution, is undergoing a major transformation by migrating their data and analytics platforms to Azure Cloud. They are seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of a secure, scalable, and governance-focused cloud-native data ecosystem.

What You'll Do:

• Architect cloud data solutions using Azure Databricks, Apache Spark, Unity Catalog, and Purview

• Design and enforce data governance frameworks aligned with PIPEDA, OSFI, FINTRAC

• Develop scalable, secure ETL pipelines with CI/CD integration

• Define and manage data access policies, lineage, and metadata across cloud environments

• Support the migration strategy and ensure compliance throughout the transition

• Collaborate with Data Engineering, BI, and Security teams to embed governance into every layer

• Mentor junior staff and promote knowledge sharing and best practices

What You Bring:

• 7+ years in data architecture or engineering with strong Azure cloud experience

• Hands-on expertise in Databricks, Spark, Unity Catalog, and Purview

• Strong proficiency in Python, PySpark, and CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps and Git

• Deep understanding of data governance, security, and compliance in regulated industries

• Preferred certifications: Azure Data Engineer, Databricks Developer/Engineer

• Experience in financial services and working with regulatory frameworks is an asset

If you’re passionate about building data platforms that are secure, scalable, and compliant—this is the role for you.