Data Engineer (Contract)

Medium; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Data Engineer in Toronto, Ontario. This role emphasizes designing scalable data pipelines, data management, and analytics. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Data Science or a related field, along with expertise in SQL, Snowflake, and Azure/AWS services. Growth mindset and continuous learning are also valued. The firm promotes diversity and encourages qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with data modeling, analysis, visualization, and implementation of data solutions is required.
• Proficiency in SQL is necessary.
• Knowledge of Azure and AWS Cloud Data Services is important.

Responsibilities

• Design high quality data pipelines that are scalable.
• Collaborate with team members on software design and implementation.
• Participate in the delivery of data consulting projects.

Skills

Snowflake

Databricks

Apache Spark

SQL

Data management

Analytics

Business intelligence

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analytics

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure Cloud Data Services

AWS Cloud Data Services

PowerBI

Tableau

Python

R

Talend

Apache Airflow

AWS Glue

Azure Data Factory

Kafka

Job description

As Data Engineer, you will provide hands‑on expertise as it relates to data management, analytics, and business intelligence. This opportunity will allow you to utilize your unique blend of technical, software and cloud engineering experience.

Electric Mind, formerly Intelliware, is a business andtechnology consulting leader in providing innovative, practical solutions driven by engineering excellence. We work differently here; you will find continuous opportunities to learn, grow, and share knowledge within your team and the expert communities at Electric Mind all while delivering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Designing high quality data pipelines/architectures that are highly scalable and extensible
• Providing guidance on data modeling, analysis, visualization, and implementation of data solutions
• Estimating, tasking, and prototyping
• Collaborating with cross‑functional team members on software features, design and implementation
• Participating in the end‑to‑end delivery of data consulting projects, ensuring completion on time, on budget, and meeting or exceeding client expectations
• Investigating, learning and applying new technologies and processes
• Clarifying requirements with team and client representatives

'Must Have' Skills/Experience

• Snowflake, Databricks, or Apache Spark experience
• Design and implementation experience with Azure Cloud Data Services and/or AWS Cloud Data Services
• Design and implementation experience with Master Data Management, especially customer and reference data for financial services
• Proficiency in SQL
• In‑depth knowledge of data management, analytics, business intelligence, and related technologies
• Growth mindset and desire to learn
• Bachelor’s Degree in: Data Science, Business Analytics or Computer Science (or equivalent education/experience)

'Nice to Have' Skills/Experience

• PowerBI or Tableau or data visualization experience
• Talend, Apache Airflow, AWS Glue, and Azure Data Factor experience
• Proficiency in Python or R
• Experience in data modeling or schema design
• Experience with Kafka or other data streaming tools
• Financial Services industry experience
• Sales, pre‑sales, or consulting experience
• Exposure to and enthusiasm for Agile approaches
• Master’s Degree in: Data Science, Business Analytics or Computer Science (or equivalent education/experience)

For more info on Electric Mind, check out our Careers Page and Instagram.

Electric Mind is committed to diversity in the workplace. We are an inclusive employer and welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Applicants’ needs will be accommodated during our recruitment and selection process so please advise us if you require accommodation.