Supervisor, Data Operations

Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA); Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization in Ontario is seeking a Data Engineering Lead to oversee data management and reporting architecture. This role involves leading a team, developing scalable data solutions, and enhancing data analytics across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data engineering or software development.
• Strong experience in data engineering and software development.
• Ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Lead data engineering efforts for TSSA’s data storage and reporting solutions.
• Design and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Mentor a team of data engineers and BI developers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

Azure Data Factory

Power BI

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA)

The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) is deeply committed to safety and passionate about making Ontario a safer place to live, work, and play. Our unified team - what we proudly call ONE TSSA – works collaboratively to deliver better safety for our province.

TSSA is a not-for-profit regulator that has dedicated over 25 years of expertise and experience to the safety of Ontario. Mandated by the Government of Ontario, TSSA’s team of over 450 professionals works to enhance public safety across multiple sectors we regulate.

As an award-winning organization, TSSA firmly embeds safety in our culture and all aspects of our work. Fostering a strong safety culture has earned us the 5-Star Safety Cultures Award from Canadian Occupational Safety magazine for three consecutive years (2022-2024).

As ONE TSSA we are guided by the following values in all we do :

• Safety : Be safety-focused at all times
• Collaboration : Work well with others
• Accountability : Take responsibility for our actions and deliver on our commitments
• Integrity : Conduct ourselves transparently using risk-informed evidence
• Inclusion : Embrace diversity through respectful leadership
• Innovation : Be forward-thinking, adaptable, and data-driven

Joining TSSA means becoming part of a team of experts from diverse fields, backgrounds, and cultures. It’s an opportunity to hone your skills, expand your knowledge, build a rewarding career, and realize your full potential.

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Manager of Data Operations, this role is responsible for leading the data engineering efforts that power TSSA’s company-wide data storage, processing, and reporting solutions. In this role you will work with a variety of tools to develop, implement, and maintain scalable data pipelines, data warehouse, and data lakes. You'll collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand their data needs and help them access and analyze data efficiently. You'll also mentor a team of data engineers and BI developers, provide technical guidance and best practices, and ensure that our data platform is reliable, scalable, and secure.

This role is critical to enhancing the use of data and analytics across the organization, driving strategic decision-making at all levels.

Job Responsibilities :

• Oversee TSSA’s data management and reporting architecture (TSSA Analytics Platform), ensure it is regularly reviewed to meet current and future needs
• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL / ELT processes to support data integration.
• Develop and implement data warehouses and data lakes on Azure to store and manage TSSA transactional and historical / legacy data.
• Perform various data manipulations such as data profiling, data standardization / validation / cleansing, root cause analysis / remediation, metadata management, reference, and master data management.
• Implement data security and privacy measures as per guidelines provided by TSSA and industry best practices.
• Act as a subject matter expert on data management and reporting, providing guidance and support to others as needed
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of data engineers and BI developers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data solutions with business objectives, ensuring high quality data products and services.

Job Qualifications :

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team of individuals with diverse backgrounds
• Strong experience in data engineering and software development, with expertise in at least one programming language
• Experience with data warehousing and data modeling techniques
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across different teams and functions
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data problems and design effective solutions
• Ability to support the team in establishing project plans and milestone goals and monitor them to completion

Key Skills and Attributes

• Leadership & Team Management – Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a diverse technical team.
• Expert SQL Skills – Deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server or MySQL, with the ability to optimize complex queries and database performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Azure Expertise – Hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Azure Data Lake, and other cloud-based data solutions.
• Data Engineering & Software Development – Strong programming skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, R, Java, or C#) beyond SQL.
• Data Warehousing & Modeling – Extensive experience in data architecture, data modeling, and data warehouse design.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation – Ability to analyze complex data challenges and develop scalable, efficient solutions.
• Communication & Collaboration – Strong ability to summarize issues and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and work cross-functionally.
• Project Management – Ability to define project goals, establish milestones, and ensure timely delivery of initiatives.

Functional Competencies and Educational Requirements :

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in data engineering or software development, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role
• Experience with Microsoft Azure data solutions
• Advanced expertise in architecture design and logical and conceptual data modeling.
• Strong knowledge of SQL in Microsoft SQL Server or MySQL environments.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Excel.
• Experience in Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft DevOps, Epicor Financial Management, FinancialForce Human Capability Management, and SharePoint is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience in R and / or Python is an asset
• Familiarity with data security and compliance measures is an asset

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment :

TSSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building and maintaining collaborative, caring and positive work environments so that our employees bring their whole selves to work each and every day. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or disability. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

TSSA is pleased to offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a job opportunity, or are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please advise of any accommodations you may require.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Analyst, Information Technology, and Other

Non-profit Organizations

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