Sr. Data/Backend Engineer - Canada

Knotch, Inc.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Data Engineer, where you'll design and maintain data infrastructure that drives business intelligence. This role allows you to create robust data pipelines and models, bridging the gap between raw data and actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data applications and ensure optimal performance. With a focus on data quality and strong communication, you'll play a key role in delivering analytics outcomes that impact decision-making. Embrace the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in Canada while contributing to a culture of transparency and inclusiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering with expertise in pipeline development.
• Strong skills in SQL and Python, with hands-on AWS experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement ETL/ELT processes for data transformation.
• Collaborate with teams to gather requirements and deliver analytics solutions.

Skills

Data Engineering

SQL

Python

AWS

Data Modeling

ETL/ELT Processes

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Snowflake

Job description

About Knotch

Knotch is a Content Intelligence Platform that enables brands to drive business growth through content. We build products for people who use content to drive performance. We also offer Strategic Consulting services which enable brands to achieve new levels of efficiency and effectiveness through ongoing and ad hoc support. Knotch gives marketers a holistic view of content’s performance and provides insights and actions that drive performance and increase efficiency.

About the Role

As a Sr Data Engineer at Knotch, you will design, build, and maintain data infrastructure that powers business intelligence and analytics. In this role, you'll bridge the gap between raw data and actionable insights by creating robust data pipelines and models. This role is ideal for someone who combines technical excellence with business acumen and thrives in a collaborative environment where data drives decision-making.

How you will add value at Knotch

1. Collaborate cross-functionally to gather requirements and design data models that deliver successful analytics outcomes.
2. Design and implement production-grade ETL/ELT processes to transform raw data into valuable business assets.
3. Maintain and enhance existing data applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
4. Build strong relationships with various teams to understand data needs and deliver appropriate solutions.
5. Own data quality and serve as the subject matter expert for assigned business domains.

You will be successful if you bring:

1. 5+ years of Data Engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in pipeline development and data modeling.
2. Strong application development skills with advanced proficiency in SQL and Python.
3. Hands-on experience with AWS services and Snowflake.
4. Sharp analytical skills to identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and deliverable opportunities.
5. Excellent communication abilities to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and business audiences.
6. Prior experience as a backend engineer (application development) is a plus!

Our Benefits and Perks:

1. Salary - The expected salary range for this role is $150,000 - $165,000 CAD depending on experience.
2. Knotch is a fully remote company. Candidates can work from anywhere in Canada for this position.

Knotch is a US-based equal opportunity employer. We strive to provide equal opportunities in all of our processes, including our hiring and employee experience. We pride ourselves on our three values: transparency, relentlessness, and inclusiveness.

We commit to daily work towards leading with empathy, reducing bias through periodic training, and engaging with and uplifting communities of marginalized groups. We condemn all forms of racism and discrimination on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy or parenthood status, veteran status, disability status, or any other identifier. We encourage all employees, clients, investors, candidates, vendors, and friends of Knotch to deliver honest feedback directly or anonymously so that we may always seek to improve as an organization that is dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.