Director, Data & ML Platforms – Hands-on Leader

ODAIA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian bank in Toronto is seeking a Data Engineer to lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines and ML systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in data engineering and leadership, with a strong understanding of modern data tools and languages. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment and contribute to innovative IT solutions that drive business success.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

World-class training program

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in designing and building data-intensive applications.
• 3+ years in an engineering leadership role.
• Strong understanding of ML lifecycle and MLOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and review scalable data pipelines and ML systems.
• Define and promote best practices in data and ML engineering.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop technical solutions.

Skills

Big Data Management

Data Modeling

Data Science

Deep Learning

Machine Learning

Predictive Analytics

Programming Languages

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

Python

Java/Scala

Spark

Pyspark

Kafka

SQL

Airflow

AWS

Azure

Job description

A leading Canadian bank in Toronto is seeking a Data Engineer to lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines and ML systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in data engineering and leadership, with a strong understanding of modern data tools and languages. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment and contribute to innovative IT solutions that drive business success.