Senior Data Analyst

Xplore Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Canada is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to deliver advanced analytics and scalable reporting. The role involves designing data pipelines and driving insights for business decisions. Candidates should possess advanced SQL skills, experience with Azure Databricks, and a degree in a related field. Offering a full-time position with a salary range of CA$100,000 to CA$150,000, this role is office-based three days per week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in analytics, data engineering, or reporting roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure data products.
• Experience designing data models for analytics and BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of strategic reports and dashboards.
• Develop complex and optimized SQL-based data models for analytics.
• Design and support data pipelines using Azure Databricks.

Skills

Advanced SQL expertise

Strong performance optimization skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Experience in Python

Experience in Spark

Machine learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Azure Databricks

Azure Data Factory

Azure SQL

Azure Synapse

Databricks Dashboards

Job description

Senior Data Analyst role at Xplore Inc.

Xplore Inc. is Canada’s fibre, 5G and satellite broadband company for rural living. Xplore is committed to the relentless pursuit of an improved broadband experience for all Canadians. Xplore is building a world‑class fibre optic and 5G wireless network to enable innovative broadband services for better everyday rural living, for today and future generations.

The Senior Data Analyst plays a key role in delivering advanced analytics, scalable reporting, and AI‑enabled solutions. This role partners closely with business and technology teams to design robust data pipelines, define metrics, and drive insights that support strategic and operational decisions across the organization. This position is office‑based, 3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of strategic reports and dashboards
• Develop complex and optimized SQL‑based data models for analytics and reporting
• Design and support data pipelines using Azure Databricks technologies
• Enable and support AI/ML initiatives by preparing high‑quality, well‑structured datasets
• Translate business problems into analytical solutions and actionable insights
• Partner with data science, data engineering and business stakeholders
• Define and standardize KPIs, metrics, and data definitions
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to analytics best practices
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and improve data processes

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in analytics, data engineering, or reporting roles
• Advanced SQL expertise with strong performance optimization skills
• Strong hands‑on experience with Azure data products (Azure Databricks, ADF, Synapse, Azure SQL)
• Experience designing data models for analytics and BI
• Strong experience with Databricks Dashboards or similar BI tools
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience in Python, Spark, and machine learning
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and privacy best practices
• Telecom industry experience

Condition of Employment

As a condition of employment and in order to comply with industry related data security standards, this position is subject to the successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. Details will be supplied to applicants as they move through the selection process.

Accessibility

Xplore is committed to creating an accessible environment and will accommodate disabilities during the selection process. Please let your recruiter know during the selection process of any accommodation needs.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industry

Telecommunications

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Salary: CA$100,000.00 – CA$150,000.00