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Lead Data Engineer

Manulife is a leading international financial services provider focused on making decisions easier and lives better.
$82,000 - $152,000
Data
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
12+ years of experience
Finance · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Lead Data Engineer

Manulife, a leading international financial services provider, is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their digital transformation initiative. This role is crucial in building and optimizing new data capabilities as part of Manulife's mission to become a digital customer leader.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $82,000 - $152,000 USD (converted from CAD) and comes with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, and wellness programs. The role supports hybrid work arrangements in either Waterloo or Toronto, Ontario.

As a Lead Data Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and managing complex data pipelines, implementing ETL processes, and ensuring data quality across the organization. The role requires extensive experience (12+ years) in data engineering, with expertise in modern technologies like Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python/PySpark, Java, and Scala.

Key responsibilities include developing data pipelines, optimizing ETL processes, implementing data quality assurance measures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective data solutions. You'll work closely with business leads and data architects to design end-to-end architecture based on business requirements.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, with deep understanding of Azure infrastructure, data lake storage, and DevOps principles. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, as is experience with Power BI and knowledge of data privacy regulations.

Manulife offers a supportive and inclusive work environment focused on employee growth and well-being. The company has received numerous recognitions, including being named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2024) and inclusion in Bloomberg's 2023 Gender-Equality Index. This role presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to a global organization's digital transformation while working with cutting-edge data technologies.

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Responsibilities For Lead Data Engineer

  • Design, develop, and manage data pipelines for data extraction, transformation, and loading
  • Collaborate with teams to design schemas and ensure data accuracy
  • Optimize ETL processes for efficiency and real-time/batch processing
  • Implement data cleansing and transformation processes
  • Design testing plans and implement data quality checks
  • Collaborate on platform improvements
  • Work with business leads on end-to-end architecture design
  • Develop and maintain documentation
  • Partner with data analysts and scientists on solutions
  • Monitor pipeline performance and solve issues
  • Ensure data privacy and compliance standards

Requirements For Lead Data Engineer

Python
Java
Scala
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 12+ years of experience as a Data Engineer
  • Experience with Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python/Pyspark, Java, Scala
  • Understanding of Azure infrastructure and security principles
  • Experience with DevOps tools and principles
  • Knowledge of Azure Data Lake Storage
  • Proficiency in data mart design and ETL/ELT logic
  • Experience with Power BI
  • Understanding of data privacy regulations
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills

Benefits For Lead Data Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Mental health benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Wellness benefits
  • Paid time off including holidays, vacation, personal and sick days
  • Financial education and counseling resources

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