Research Data Engineer

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Halifax seeks a Data Engineer for a temporary role in their Mental Health and Addictions department. This position involves designing and maintaining data infrastructure, automating workflows, and working with cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure. Candidates should have a relevant degree and various technical skills including experience with data tools like SQL and Python. The role emphasizes collaboration and support of analytical projects, making it vital for the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and communication skills.
• Experience with SSIS, SQL, Python, or similar tools.
• Flexibility and problem-solving ability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines.
• Support data infrastructure maintenance and optimization.
• Develop ETL processes for data extraction and manipulation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Undergraduate degree or certification in health, informatics, computer science, engineering, business, or sciences

Master’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

SSIS

SQL

Python

R

MS Office

Job description

Click here as an internal applicant.
Company :IWK Health

Req ID:

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Department/Program:

Family Health,
Research Services

Location:

Halifax

Type of Employment:

Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) for 1 year
x 1 position(s)

Start Date:

July 2025

Union Status:

Research, Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit

Compensation:

$40.4645 - $49.1205/hour

Closing Date:

June 26, 2025 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. We focus on training and mentorship, celebrate successes, and foster collaboration in modern or virtual environments. We are committed to equity and inclusion, welcoming all persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

The Opportunity

Researchers within IWK Health Mental Health and Addictions (MHA), in collaboration with IM/IT Business Intelligence, are recruiting a Data Engineer. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure, supporting data-driven projects, and working on cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines
• Support data infrastructure maintenance and optimization
• Develop ETL processes for data extraction and manipulation
• Automate workflows such as data ingestion and ETL processing
• Prepare raw data for stakeholders in the Enterprise Data Warehouse
• Partner with analysts and leaders to deploy machine learning models
• Build and deploy data assets on cloud platforms
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, privacy, and security
• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, 7.5-hour shifts. Position based in Halifax (remote or hybrid).

Your Qualifications

We encourage applicants with:

• Undergraduate degree or certification in health, informatics, computer science, engineering, business, or sciences
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, communication skills, flexibility, problem-solving ability
• Experience with SSIS, SQL, Python, R, or similar tools
• Proficiency in MS Office and willingness to learn new technologies

Assets

• Master’s degree in relevant fields
• Experience in healthcare settings
• Strong project management skills, PMP certification
• Experience with clinical data and data integration
• Microsoft Azure certifications

Please ensure your resume is current and comprehensive. We contact only shortlisted candidates. Accommodation requests are welcome during assessments. This is a Management/Non Union position. Preference is given to unionized employees. Employment is contingent upon background checks and credential verification. To apply as an internal employee, use the internal careers page.