Data Quality Analyst

Collabera; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Digital Solutions company is seeking a Data Quality Analyst in Halifax. The successful candidate will have expertise in SQL, Python, and Excel, focusing on data profiling and rule design. Responsibilities include data accuracy monitoring, UAT testing, and stakeholder collaboration. Ideal qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with data governance frameworks. Competitive benefits package offered, with opportunities for professional growth and challenging projects.

Benefits

Employer-sponsored benefits

Training opportunities through Cognixia

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data controls, data profiling, query design, and pattern recognition.
• Strong hands-on skills in SQL, Python, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with JIRA or similar tools for issue tracking and defect management.

Responsibilities

• Perform data profiling and design data quality rules to monitor and improve data accuracy.
• Conduct UAT testing, troubleshoot issues, and partner with technology teams to resolve defects.
• Support management reporting by analyzing data quality results and preparing insights.

Skills

data profiling

rule design

SQL

Python

Excel

data analysis

problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Tools

JIRA

Job description

This is with one of our Banking client.

We are seeking a Data Quality Analyst with strong expertise in data profiling, rule design, and analysis to support enterprise-wide data governance and reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate will partner closely with business stakeholders, data consumers, and technology teams to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of critical datasets. This role requires hands‑on technical skills in SQL, Python, and Excel, as well as strong problem‑solving and stakeholder‑management abilities.

Daily Responsibilities

• Perform data profiling and design data quality (DQ) rules to monitor and improve data accuracy.
• Conduct UAT testing, troubleshoot issues, and partner with technology teams to resolve defects.
• Liaise with data consumers and business stakeholders to capture requirements and validate data outputs.
• Support management reporting by analyzing data quality results and preparing insights.
• Participate in program/project meetings, ensuring alignment with broader data governance objectives.
• Conduct root cause analysis of recurring data issues and recommend remediation strategies.
• Design and optimize queries for data validation, reporting, and control assurance.

Must-Have Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience in data controls, data profiling, query design, and pattern recognition.
• Strong hands‑on skills in SQL, Python, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with JIRA or similar tools for issue tracking and defect management.
• Strong data analysis, problem solving, and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Ability to liaise effectively with business stakeholders and technology teams.
• Excellent communication and management reporting skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with R programming.
• Prior exposure to data governance frameworks or regulatory programs.

About Us:

Collabera is a leading Digital Solutions company providing software engineering solutions to the world’s most tech‑forward organizations. With more than 25 years of experience, we have hired over 17000 employees across 60+ offices globally and currently place 10000+ professionals annually to support critical IT engagements at more than 500 client sites, 80% being the Fortune 500.

With Collabera, you

• Will get to work on numerous challenging and exciting projects, including UI/UX transformation, Blockchain, AI/Data Science, Cloud migrations, Cyber‑Security and Engineering.
• At Collabera you have 80% chances of project extension or redeployment to other clients.
• Will have endless opportunities to learn new technologies through our inhouse Training arm – Cognixia.

The Company offers a total rewards package for this position that may include employer‑sponsored benefits, where applicable and subject to eligibility requirements, such as supplemental health and dental coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement or savings programs, paid time off, and other benefits.

The availability, structure, and scope of benefits may vary based on role, employment status, work location, and applicable federal and provincial laws. The Company provides all statutory entitlements, including public holidays, vacation, leaves of absence, and government‑mandated benefits, in accordance with applicable law.

AI Disclosure:

We may use AI‑enabled and/or automated tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including application screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications. These tools are used to enhance consistency and efficiency. All hiring decisions involve human review and are not based solely on automated processing.