Data Scientist - Senior - RQ11583

S M Software Solutions Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

S M Software Solutions Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead governance initiatives using Informatica IDMC, metadata management, and data cataloging for the government client in Toronto. The role emphasizes building data marketplaces, data lineage, and quality controls within an Agile delivery model.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Azure Data Platform, SQL Server, and Power BI teams to enable secure, governed data discovery and consumption on site in Toronto.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data management, metadata management, or data governance solutions.
• 2+ years hands-on Informatica experience.
• Experience implementing Informatica Data Catalog, Data Governance & Catalog, CDGC, or Data Marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Configure and implement IDMC governance capabilities.
• Develop and maintain Data Marketplace solutions for self-service data discovery.
• Configure and manage Business Glossary, Data Catalog, Data Marketplace, Metadata Management, and Data Lineage.

Skills

Informatica governance

Metadata management

SQL

Agile

Data governance

Tools

Informatica IDMC

Azure Data Platform

SQL Server

Power BI

Job description

• Informatica Data Catalog
• Informatica Data Governance & Catalog
• Informatica Data Marketplace

Description

Informatica Governance & Marketplace Development

Client: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement - RQ11583

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist – Senior with strong hands‑on experience in Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC), data governance, metadata management, data cataloguing, data marketplace development, data lineage, data quality, and data stewardship. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing Informatica governance capabilities, developing Data Marketplace solutions, integrating Informatica with Azure Data Platform, SQL Server, Power BI, and other enterprise data sources, and supporting Proof of Concept (POC) delivery within Agile project environments.

Role Snapshot

Job Title: RQ11583 - Data Scientist - Senior

Client: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement

Work Location: 222 Jarvis St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Onsite

Estimated Start Date: September 10, 2026

Estimated End Date: March 31, 2027

Business Days: 152.00

Extension: Probable after the initial mandate

Hours: 7.25 hours per day

Security Level: No Clearance Required

Must Have

• 5+ years of experience in data management, metadata management, or data governance solutions.
• 2+ years of hands‑on Informatica experience.
• Experience implementing one or more of:
  • Informatica Data Catalog
  • Informatica Data Governance & Catalog
  • Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog (CDGC)
  • Informatica Data Marketplace
• Strong understanding of:
  • Data Governance frameworks
  • Metadata Management
  • Master Data Management concepts
  • Data Quality principles
  • Data Lineage
• Experience integrating Informatica with cloud and on‑premises data sources.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Experience working in Agile project environments.

Nice Have

• Experience with Azure Cloud.
• Knowledge of DAMA‑DMBOK data governance principles.
• Experience implementing enterprise data catalogues and marketplaces.
• Familiarity with data privacy, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Informatica certification(s) considered an asset.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or regulated industries.

Informatica Governance & Marketplace Development

• Configure and implement Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) governance capabilities.
• Develop and maintain Data Marketplace solutions to support self‑service data discovery and consumption.
• Configure and manage:
  • Business Glossary
  • Data Catalog
  • Data Marketplace
  • Metadata Management
  • Data Lineage
  • Data Quality integrations
  • Data Stewardship workflows
• Build metadata ingestion pipelines and automate metadata harvesting from source systems.
• Configure workflows, approval processes, and governance controls within Informatica.

Data Governance Enablement

• Work with business and technical stakeholders to define governance requirements.
• Translate governance policies into technical solutions.
• Support the creation and maintenance of data domains, ownership models, stewardship assignments, and data classifications.
• Implement data governance standards, controls, and best practices.

Proof of Concept (POC) Delivery

• Support the planning and execution of a phased governance and marketplace POC.
• Assist with requirements gathering, solution design, and scope definition.
• Provide recommendations on MVP capabilities that can be delivered within aggressive timelines.
• Demonstrate functionality and business value to stakeholders.

Integration & Collaboration

• Collaborate with data engineering teams on integrating governance capabilities with:
  • Azure Data Platform
  • SQL Server
  • Power BI
  • Other enterprise data sources
• Work closely with business analysts and governance stakeholders to document requirements and user stories.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning activities.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data management, metadata management, or data governance solutions.
• 2+ years of hands‑on Informatica experience.
• Experience implementing one or more of:
  • Informatica Data Catalog
  • Informatica Data Governance & Catalog
  • Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog (CDGC)
  • Informatica Data Marketplace
• Strong understanding of:
  • Data Governance frameworks
  • Metadata Management
  • Master Data Management concepts
  • Data Quality principles
  • Data Lineage
• Experience integrating Informatica with cloud and on‑premises data sources.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Experience working in Agile project environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Cloud.
• Knowledge of DAMA‑DMBOK data governance principles.
• Experience implementing enterprise data catalogues and marketplaces.
• Familiarity with data privacy, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Informatica certification(s) considered an asset.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or regulated industries.

Deliverables

• Develop a phased Governance & Marketplace POC.
• Configure metadata ingestion and cataloguing for priority data assets.
• Establish business glossary and stewardship workflows.
• Implement data lineage and data discovery capabilities.
• Configure Data Marketplace functionality for pilot use cases.
• Produce technical documentation, configuration guides, and knowledge transfer materials.
• Support transition from POC to production implementation.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to bridge business and technical teams.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently.
• Strong documentation and requirements analysis capabilities.
• Collaborative team player with a focus on delivery and outcomes.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Informatica Cloud Data Governance & Catalog (CDGC)
• Informatica Data Marketplace
• Informatica EDC (Enterprise Data Catalog)
• Azure Data Factory
• Power BI
• Data Quality and Data Observability tools
• API integrations and metadata automation

Experience And Skill Set Requirements

Technical Skills – 50%

Databricks/Azure – 25%

Informatica – 25%

5 days Onsite

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