Senior Data Engineer

KUBRA is in growth mode and currently seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join our Data Analytics Team!

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be working on designing and maintaining our data Infrastructure and ETL processes under the direction of the Team Lead, or Senior Data Engineer. The best part? You will also get the opportunity to collaborate with an amazing Data Analytics team to provide BI Analysis as a secondary focus!

This is a hybrid role based out of our office in Mississauga.

What you get to do every day

• Build, monitor, and maintain ETL processes in AWS and Databricks.
• Develop and optimize scalable, high-performance data architectures (e.g., data lakes, data warehouses) that support complex queries and large datasets.
• Integrate data from diverse sources (APIs, databases, third-party systems) into unified formats for analysis, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Design and implement dimensional models, including fact and dimension tables, utilizing star and snowflake schemas to optimize data retrieval and reporting in data warehouses.
• Continuously optimize query performance, storage solutions, and data workflows to minimize latency and improve processing speeds.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for data processes, workflows, and system configurations to ensure knowledge sharing and system maintainability..
• May travel to visit clients throughout North America to participate in design sessions and deliver technical presentations and training
• Other duties as assigned.

What kind of person should you be?

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in all client communications.
• Ability to influence others, build relationships, manage conflicts, and handle negotiations.
• Excellent organization, time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proactive mindset and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment focused on results.
• Ability to handle pressure.

What skills do you need?

• Undergraduate or Masters degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or Analytics.
• 5-7 years of cloud experience on any of the major cloud platforms (preferably AWS).
• Hands-on experience with big data technologies like Spark, Kafka, or similar tools for managing large datasets and distributed processing (preferably Databricks/Confluent).
• Good knowledge of AWS stack such as S3, DMS, Glue, Lambda.
• Experience working with modern data lake formats such as Apache Iceberg or Delta Lake.
• Strong experience in optimizing Databricks and AWS workflows.
• Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, optimizing query performance, and managing relational databases
• Preferable to have dbt or Looker skills.

What can you expect from us?

• Award-winning culture that fosters growth, diversity and inclusion for all
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Access to LinkedIn learning courses
• Continued education with our education reimbursement program
• Flexible schedules
• Free unlimited access to our refreshment stations (fully stocked with tea, coffee and other beverages)
• Two paid days for volunteer opportunities
• Well-being days! 

KUBRA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request by emailing the [email protected]. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

While we value the skills and experiences listed in our job requirements, we also recognize that talent comes in many forms, and welcome applications from candidates who meet most but not all specified requirements. If you possess a strong desire to learn and grow in a dynamic work environment, apply now!

KUBRA is a fast-growing company that delivers customer communications solutions to some of the largest utility, insurance, and government entities across North America. KUBRA offers billing and payments, mapping, mobile apps, proactive communications, and artificial intelligence solutions for customers. With more than 1.5 billion customer interactions annually, KUBRA services reach over 40% of households in the U.S. and Canada. KUBRA is an operating subsidiary of Hearst.

Our office is small enough to allow creative individuals to flourish, yet large enough to provide long-term stability. We place a tremendous amount of responsibility on our team members to be productive, focused and self-motivated. We offer a casual work environment, competitive compensation and a stellar benefits program. 

KUBRA does not typically provide immigration-related assistance, including employment-based work visa (e.g. H-1B) sponsorship, work permit applications and extensions, permanent residence (green card) sponsorship, LMIA applications or permanent residency nominations. Candidates must ensure they have legal authorization to work in the U.S/ Canada. All sponsorship determinations are case by case based on business need.