Streaming Data Engineer

PLATO Testing Inc.; Canada; Presencial; CAD 110 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

PLATO Testing Inc. is a Canada-based Indigenous-owned software testing and technology services company seeking a Streaming Data Engineer.

The role focuses on ingestion, processing, and management of streaming data for public sector clients, working on Bronze, Silver, and Gold data layers in a fully remote Canada-based team. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data engineering, strong coding skills (Python/Java/Scala), and hands-on experience with Kafka, Flink, Spark, Hadoop, and cloud platforms

Qualificações

• Minimum of 5 years in data engineering with streaming exposure.
• Proficient in Python, Java or Scala for data processing.
• Experience with streaming platforms and ETL pipelines.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop and maintain scalable streaming data pipelines for Bronze/Silver/Gold layers.
• Ingest data from diverse sources ensuring quality and governance.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to deliver data solutions.
• Monitor performance and optimize streaming workflows for reliability.

Conhecimentos

Streaming data engineering

Python

Java

Scala

ETL design

Data modeling

Ferramentas

Apache Kafka

Apache Flink

Apache Hadoop

Apache Spark

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Who We Are

PLATO is Canada’s largest Indigenous-owned software testing and technology services company. For nearly 30 years, our expert teams have helped our clients deliver reliable products that users enjoy interacting with.

Our 100% Canada‑based team brings deep experience in QA, software testing, and IT services, along with a shared commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement. We’re a team that shows up for each other, whether that’s tackling complex client challenges or helping colleagues grow through coaching and knowledge‑sharing.

As Canada’s largest Indigenous‑owned software testing company, we’re proud of our roots and our mission to build a stronger, more inclusive technology workforce. At the same time, we warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about quality, teamwork, and making an impact.

Security clearance- Secret

Job Title: Streaming Data Engineer - Bronze, Silver, and Gold

Duration: Nov 2026 - Aug 2027

Department: Information Technology

Job Summary

The Streaming Data Engineer will play a crucial role in our Information Technology department, focusing on the ingestion, processing, and management of streaming data for our public sector client. This position requires an individual with a robust understanding of data engineering principles and experience in building scalable data pipelines. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with varying levels of data quality and complexity, categorized as Bronze, Silver, and Gold data layers, to ensure the organization can derive actionable insights from real-time data streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable streaming data pipelines that support the Bronze, Silver, and Gold data layers.


• Implement data ingestion processes from various sources, ensuring data quality and integrity.


• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver data solutions that meet business needs.


• Monitor and optimize the performance of streaming data solutions to ensure efficiency and reliability.


• Ensure compliance with data governance and security standards, including the management of enhanced security clearance protocols.


• Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior team members to promote best practices in data engineering.


• Document data engineering processes and workflows to support knowledge sharing within the team.


• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in streaming data engineering.

Work Environment

This position is fully remote and is open to candidates located in Canada. We foster a collaborative work culture that values innovation and encourages professional growth.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering, with a focus on streaming data technologies.


• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.


• Experience with data streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or similar technologies.


• Strong understanding of data modeling and ETL processes.


• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark) is an asset.


• Enhanced security clearance is required for this role.

Work With Us

At PLATO, we believe that great work happens when people feel supported, connected, and challenged in the right ways. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where experienced professionals share knowledge, mentor others, and contribute to solving complex, real‑world client projects.

We are committed to inclusive hiring practices and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we’re here to support you.

PLATO respectfully acknowledges that we operate on treaty territories, unceded First Nations and Inuit territories, and within Métis homelands. We honour the long history of these lands and actively work toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non‑Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island.