Data Solution Architect

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About the role

We are looking for a Data Solution Architect for Data & Analytics to join our growing team in the Lab!

What you'll do here:

• Be part of a high-profile team with a multitude of opportunities to deliver transformative data solutions to our business customers.

• Continue to develop and evolve the Enterprise Data Platform architecture and integrations with our systems and market tools.

• Collaborate with members of various technical teams to develop solutions that address the needs of our key data customers.

• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture to ensure adherence to EA principles and guidelines.

• Develop scalable and robust architectures that can support the growing volumes of our data environments.

• Deliver architectures that meet our enterprise security and data protection standards.

• Ensure the architecture is aligned with our corporate vision and objectives, while being able to propose innovative new approaches to problem solving.

What you need:

• A bachelor’s degree in information technology/software engineering or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

• At least 5-7 years' experience in a Solution Architecture role.

• A deep understanding of cloud services and architectures preferably AWS and understanding services such as S3 (or equivalent), IAM roles, networking, and security setups. Data Architects must navigate the nuances of cloud security, hybrid cloud environments, and cost-efficient infrastructure design.

• Experience in Databricks platform : Cluster Management, Delta Lake, ability to set up and manage complex job workflows and pipelines using Databricks jobs.

• In-depth understanding of Apache Spark, optimization techniques like partitioning, caching, and handling skewed data.

• Data Security and Encryption Techniques : Hands-on experience with cloud security (IAM, VPCs, encryption) and data governance tools (Unity Catalog) , Defining best practices for collaboration, code reviews, project management, and data governance.

• Experience in real-time data processing using streaming tools like Apache Kafka, Spark Streaming, or Databricks Streaming. They should be skilled in creating frameworks that maintain data quality, security, and privacy.

• Database Design and Data Modeling (Power Designer): Knowledge of data modeling, including normalization, star schema, and data vaults.

• Knowledge on AI Integration i.e how to build data pipelines that feed into AI algorithms and how to structure databases that will provide data to ML workflows seamlessly

• Experience in snowflake is an asset.

• Certification in an Architecture Frameworks (TOGAF or similar) (asset).

• Experience with the CGI RCDA architecture approach (asset).

Profile sought:

• Passionate about creating responsive and scalable data pipeline architectures.

• Able to thrive in a diverse team of Business Architects, Solution Architects, Data Architects and work with a delivery teams.

• Able to take a business problem and turn it into a technological solution.

• Comfortable working in complex and constantly changing environments, with multidisciplinary teams.

• Being able to effectively challenge the Status quo and set standard and direction for the solutions

• A very good communicator who excels at explaining your ideas.

• Well organized, able to multi-task and manage priorities.

• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.