Data Platform Developer (Python) Data & Analytics Oakville, Ontario

Geotab Inc.; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Data Platform Developer to innovate and maintain cutting-edge Machine Learning platforms. In this dynamic role, you will enhance data infrastructure, optimize telematics data processing, and collaborate with data scientists to create impactful solutions. Join a vibrant team committed to growth and sustainability in a flexible hybrid work environment. This opportunity promises a fulfilling career path with competitive benefits and a culture that values diversity and innovation. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this role is for you!

Benefits

Flex working arrangements

Home office reimbursement program

Baby bonus & parental leave top up program

Online learning opportunities

Electric vehicle purchase incentive

Competitive medical and dental benefits

Retirement savings program

Qualifications

• 1-5 years in Software/Data Engineering with production-level systems.
• Experience with API design and containerization tools like Docker.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data infrastructure for real-time and batch processing.
• Support data science team with big data infrastructure.

Skills

Python

API design

Data management fundamentals

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)

Batch and streaming data architectures

Education

Post-secondary Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Software or Computer Engineering

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

Apache Kafka

Apache Beam

BigQuery

Job description

Geotab is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.

Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Data Platform Developer to develop and maintain new Machine Learning platforms. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

The Data Platform Developer develops and optimizes distributed systems for real-time and batch telematics data processing as well as supports the existing big data infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform ensuring data is continuously and promptly available for analysis by the data science team. This position will devise new methodologies and infrastructure for reconstructing and enriching data at scale, while supporting internal users who leverage the big data environment to upload additional data sets.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and maintain new data infrastructure platforms managing the data ingestion, digestion, orchestration and applications.
• Develop and optimize distributed systems for real-time and batch telematics data processing.
• Develop processes to enrich Geotab’s big data with telematics data at scale.
• Develop processes and implement logging, monitoring, and alerting services to ensure the health of Geotab’s big data infrastructure.
• Work with data scientists to understand data processing needs and develop infrastructure solutions to support these initiatives.
• Create and maintain documentation for architecture, requirements, and process flows.
• Support internal Geotab teams to assist with data integration with newly developed big data platforms.

What you'll bring to the role

• Post-secondary Degree specialization in Computer Science, Software or Computer Engineering or a related field.
• 1-5 years experience in Software Engineering, Data Engineering or a similar role.
• 1-5 years experience in developing production-level systems using Python.
• 1-3 years experience with API design and implementation.
• 1-3 years experience in designing, building and maintaining production-level application containerization, such as Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• Knowledge of data management fundamentals and data storage principles.
• Knowledge of gRPC, Protobuf, Apache Avro, Apache Beam is a plus.
• Knowledge of Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, Apache Ignite, Apache Airflow, Apache SuperSet, Apache Olingo, and DataHub is a big plus.
• Knowledge of batch and streaming data architectures.
• Familiar with Big Data environments (e.g. Google BigQuery).

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

Why job seekers choose Geotab

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!

We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at [e-mail].