Lead Data Engineering

Gore Mutual Insurance; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gore Mutual Insurance is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to design and maintain their data platform. This role involves collaborating with teams to ensure data accessibility and security while optimizing data processes. Candidates should have a strong technical background and experience in data engineering, particularly with Microsoft Azure services and programming in Python and R.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-8 years relevant experience as a data engineer.
• Strong understanding of data structures and software architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the data infrastructure and tooling.
• Automate data management processes and handle data security.
• Optimize data pipelines for efficient data flow.

Skills

Data Structures

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Azure Services

Python

R

SQL

Spark

Job description

Next Horizon is here. Fueled by investments in talent and technology, our bold strategy to transform is nearly complete.

At Gore Mutual, we’ve always set ourselves apart as a modern mutual that does good. Now, we’re proudly building on that legacy to transform our company—and our industry—for the better.

Our path forward sharpens our focus on business performance, driven by leading technology, innovation and an agile, high-performing culture. With Gore Mutual and Beneva announcing their intent to merge in 2026, we’ll be uniting two well-established, financially strong, and trusted brands to become the strongest mutual insurer in Canada, ensuring Canadians have purpose-driven insurance options for generations to come. Come join us.

As a Lead Data Engineer at Gore Mutual Insurance, you have a strong technical background in software engineering / computer science, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining our data platform. Your work will facilitate data accessibility, accuracy, and accountability, enabling data-driven decision-making across our organization. Youwill collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our data processes are robust and scalable.

What will you be doing in this role?

Designing Systems for Collecting and Storing Data

• Design and implement the data infrastructure and tooling that encompasses the data platform. This includes selecting the appropriate hardware and software components, configuring storage resources, and creating security policies.

Automating Data Management Processes and Handling Data Security

• Automate data management processes and handle data security.
• Ensure that security protocols and best practices are in place to protect against potential security threats.

Integrating Data Platforms with Necessary Tools

• Ensure that the necessary tools are integrated with the data platform.

Testing and Optimizing Data Platform

• Optimize data pipelines to ensure efficient data flow.
• Ensure that the data extracted from sources is accurate, complete, and usable. This might involve checking for missing values, inconsistent formats, or anomalies that could indicate errors.
• Test the efficiency and speed of data pipelines and databases. This can help identify bottlenecks and optimize performance.
• Verify that different components of the data infrastructure work together as expected. This includes checking that data flows correctly from sources to databases, and from databases to applications.

Maintenance of Data Platform

• Regularly check the health and performance of the data platform. This can involve tracking metrics like query times, error rates, and resource usage.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise in the data platform. This can involve debugging code, optimizing queries, or adjusting configurations.
• Keep the data platform up-to-date with the latest technologies and security patches. This can involve updating database software, upgrading hardware, or migrating data to new systems.
• Implement strategies to protect data from loss or corruption. This can involve regular backups, redundancy measures, and disaster recovery plan

What will you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 7-8 years relevant experience as a data engineer is required. This includes experience in data engineering, data system development, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of data structures, data modeling, and software architecture.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft AzureServices (DevOps, Databricks,SQL Server, Event Hub, Web Apps, Data Factory, Azure Storage, Keyvault, etc.)
• Experience with software design patterns and test-driven development (TDD)
• Proficiency in Python and R , including a strong grasp of Object Oriented and Functional programming paradigms.
• A solid understanding of Spark concepts and distributed systems, including data transformations, RDDs, DataFrames, and Spark SQL.
• Excellent SQL skills and expertise in database management and tuning.
• Ability to devise and implement master data management processes.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in Azure Databricks and data engineering are essential for success in this role.

Nice to Have

• A graduate degree in a technical field with specialization in Analytics, Data Science, or a related subject.
• Databricks certifications (Databricks Certified /Data Engineer Professional certification).

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Gore Mutual Insurance is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process. If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation, please advise the HR representative who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.

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