Data Quality Analyst

Adastra; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Data Quality Analyst where you will play a crucial role in optimizing data quality and driving impactful business processes. In this dynamic position, you will develop and manage data quality processes, conduct assurance activities, and support metadata development to ensure compliance with data standards. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will provide expert guidance on data quality initiatives, helping to improve performance and foster continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a flexible and diverse workplace while advancing your career in the data management field.

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits plan

Successful referral program

Dynamic and diverse workplace

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in data analysis and business analysis.
• Proficient in SQL and tools for data profiling and quality checks.
• Solid understanding of relational databases and data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Ensure data quality processes are followed for applications and projects.
• Identify areas for data quality improvement and resolve issues.
• Monitor critical data elements and report on data quality improvements.

Skills

Data Analysis

SQL

Data Quality Assurance

Business Analysis

Data Governance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

DBVisualizer

Oracle Datafox DQ

Job description

Overview

Do you thrive in an environment where data drives decision-making? Are you excited about optimizing data quality and making an impact on key business processes? Join us as a Data Quality Analyst! In this role, you will develop and manage data quality processes, metrics, and controls for new and existing applications. You’ll conduct data quality assurance activities, including profiling and resolving significant data issues. Additionally, you'll support metadata development and ensure compliance with data standards. As a key resource, you'll provide expert guidance on data quality initiatives to improve performance and drive continuous improvement.

Location: Greater Toronto Area, ON (Hybrid 2-Day Onsite)

Status: Full-Time or Contract

Responsibilities:

• Ensure data quality processes are followed for applications and projects, addressing issues such as uniqueness, integrity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness
• Identify areas for data quality improvement and resolve issues efficiently by coordinating with stakeholders; escalate when necessary
• Monitor critical data elements proactively and report progress on data quality improvements
• Communicate data quality findings and knowledge to users and assist in implementing data quality processes with Business, Technology, and Architecture teams
• Assist in defining and measuring data quality metrics for applications and ensure business data definitions and metadata standards are maintained
• Support the development of data dictionaries, mapping documents, and ensure documentation is current and accurate
• Lead or support data cleansing initiatives to eliminate corrupt, missing, or redundant data

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in data analysis and business analysis (BA/BSA), including requirements gathering, documentation, and translating business needs into technical specifications
• 3+ years of hands-on work with complex databases across legacy, transactional, and warehousing systems
• Proficient in SQL and tools like DBVisualizer for data profiling, analysis, and quality checks
• Experience with Oracle Datafox DQ, data quality measurement, issue resolution, and supporting data governance standards and procedures
• Solid understanding of relational databases, data architecture, and data integration
• Background in quality assurance (QA) and change management
• Proven ability to identify root causes, analyze trends, and support data-driven decision-making
• Skilled at working with cross-functional teams and providing consultative guidance to both the business and technical teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have:

• Detailed understanding of metadata
• Basic understanding of data governance practices – data stewardship principles, data architecture principles, data quality, and basic data management best practices

About Adastra

For more than 25 years, Adastra Corporation has been hyper-focused on data and the infrastructures to support it. We are an international consulting company working with businesses and IT Leaders to extract value through data and analytic solutions in the domains of Cloud, Data Management, Analytics, AI and ML, Governance, Hyper Automation, and Enterprise Application Development. Our team of experts, combined with our worldclass data management platform, helps provide trusted insights, establish frameworks, enforce best practices, and streamline processes for around-the-clock global coverage. Adastra has a proven track record of helping organizations of all sizes – from SMEs to Fortune 1000s – achieve their data transformation goals, whether that be accelerating innovation, improving operational excellence, or creating unforgettable customer experiences.

What We Offer

• Opportunity for advancement and career progression
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Successful referral program
• Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
• A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.

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