Développeur de données senior, niveau 2/Staff Data Developer

GoTo; Quebec; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

ERGs and charitable matching

RRSP

Gym reimbursement

Telemedicine

Remote work stipend

Job summary

GoTo is hiring a data engineering professional to design, build, and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines across a modern data platform in Quebec. The role emphasizes production ownership, testing, and incident response while leveraging AI tools to improve productivity.

You will collaborate with a cross-functional team, contribute to CI/CD practices, and mentor teammates in agile workflows, supporting data-driven decisions for millions of users.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data engineering or software development with hands-on ownership of production data pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with the Databricks platform or Apache Spark—including Delta Lake and data lake management—along with strong Python and SQL skills.
• Significant experience testing data systems: automated unit and integration tests for pipelines, data quality validation, and working with CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline Development — Build robust, scalable ETL/ELT pipelines on the Databricks platform (Spark, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog).
• Testing & Quality — Write well-tested software with automated unit, integration tests and data quality checks in CI/CD.
• Operational Excellence — Run data platform in production with monitoring, alerting, and incident investigations to root cause.
• AI-Accelerated Engineering — Use AI tools to accelerate development, testing, and operations, and mentor colleagues in an agile team.

Skills

Databricks / Spark

Python

SQL

CI/CD

Data quality testing

Production pipelines

AI in engineering

Mentoring in agile teams

Tools

Databricks platform

Apache Spark

Delta Lake

Job description

Where you’ll work

anywhere in Quebec

Engineering at GoTo

We’re trailblazers in remote work technology—building powerful, flexible solutions that empower everyone to live their best life, both at work and beyond. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to chart new paths and help redefine how the world works. For us, AI isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a tool we use to deliver real, practical value to our customers and teams. We focus on solving meaningful problems, not just adding features for the sake of using AI. Here, growth takes many forms: you can expand your skills, take on new challenges, lead initiatives, and explore creative ideas. Join a GoTo product team and play a key role in transforming the workplace for millions of users worldwide—your work will truly make a difference.

Your Day to Day

• Pipeline Development — You will build robust, scalable ETL/ELT pipelines on the Databricks platform (Spark, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog) that process data from diverse sources, writing well-crafted, reliable, and maintainable code.
• Testing & Quality — You will write well-tested software: automated unit, integration, and data quality tests for every pipeline you ship, embedded in CI/CD, and provide thoughtful feedback on technical solutions through code reviews.
• Operational Excellence — You will help run our data platform in production—implementing monitoring, alerting, and data quality checks, confidently leading incident investigations to root cause, and deriving corrective actions.
• AI-Accelerated Engineering — You will use AI tools to accelerate your development, testing, and operations work, identify opportunities to enhance team productivity with AI, and share learnings with teammates while mentoring colleagues.

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in data engineering or software development, with hands‑on ownership of production data pipelines
• Hands‑on experience with the Databricks platform or Apache Spark—including Delta Lake and data lake management—along with strong Python and SQL skills
• Significant experience testing data systems: automated unit and integration tests for pipelines, data quality validation, and working with CI/CD
• Experience operating pipelines in production: monitoring, alerting, and participating in or leading incident investigations to root cause
• Effective use of AI tools in daily engineering work, plus strong communication skills and the ability to mentor colleagues in an agile team

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits, life and disability insurance, and fertility and family‑forming support programs
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, and quarterly self‑care days and no‑meeting days
• Tuition and reading reimbursement programs to support your continuous learning and professional growth
• Thrive Global Wellness Program, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as One‑to‑One Wellness Coaching
• Employee programs—including Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), GoTo Gives, and our charitable matching program—to amplify your connection and impact.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to help you plan for your future
• Gym reimbursement programs to encourage your physical well‑being
• Access to telemedicine services for convenient healthcare support
• GoTo performance bonus program to celebrate your impact and contributions
• Monthly remote work stipend to support your home office expenses

Working language for positions in Quebec

Knowledge of French is required for permanent positions in Quebec, to enable the incumbent to communicate as needed with colleagues, partners and suppliers in Quebec. French‑language courses are offered to any incumbent of a permanent position in Quebec who does not have a good knowledge of French.

Other language requirements

Fluency in English is required for this position in order to communicate with colleagues, customers and partners (or suppliers) who are mostly located outside Quebec. For positions in research and development, it is also necessary to understand the technical and scientific documentation of our industry, most of which is available in English.

At GoTo, you’ll find the flexibility, resources, and support you need to thrive—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. You’ll work toward a shared goal with an open‑minded, cohesive team that’s greater than the sum of its parts.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive space for everyone, because we know unique perspectives make us a stronger company and community.

Join us and be part of a company that invests in your future, where together we’ll Be Real, Think Big, Move Fast, Keep Growing, and stay Customer Obsessed.

Learn more. At GoTo, we’re shaping the future of work—driven by curiosity, innovative thinking, and a passion for solving real challenges. As the leader in cloud communications and IT, our solutions are built for what’s next and guided by a relentless focus on customers. Our culture thrives on diverse perspectives, ownership, and a growth mindset that fuels continuous learning and adaptation. Here, collaboration and authenticity spark new ideas and drive real action—so your impact is seen, felt, and valued. Join GoTo to build what’s next and accelerate your journey alongside teammates who turn possibility into reality.

We believe in being transparent about how AI is used in our hiring process and in keeping people at the center of every decision. At GoTo, AI helps streamline tasks like scheduling, communications, and application review so our Talent Acquisition team can focus on getting to know you. Every interview, evaluation, and hiring decision is made by people. We also welcome the responsible use of AI during the application process — whether for resume editing, research, or interview preparation. What matters most is that your application reflects your authentic skills and perspective. Learn more in our AI in Hiring Disclosure Notice, including details on our tools, data handling practices, candidate guidelines, and available accommodations.

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