Principal Data Engineer

Tech company innovating in data analytics market since 2016, specializing in FinTech and criminal activity prevention solutions.
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Data
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
8+ years of experience
Finance · Healthcare · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Principal Data Engineer

Quantexa, an innovative data analytics company founded in 2016, is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to join their Delivery team. This role represents a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology that started in FinTech and has expanded to multiple domains including banking, insurance, government, and healthcare.

As a Principal Data Engineer, you'll be the key technical decision maker for delivery projects, leading a team of junior engineers while working hands-on with sophisticated end-to-end big data solutions. The role combines technical leadership, mentoring, and direct engagement with business teams and clients. You'll be working with technologies like Spark, Hadoop, Scala, and Elasticsearch, deploying solutions across various cloud platforms including Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and Amazon.

The position offers significant impact, tackling challenging problems in fraud detection, financial crime, data management, risk assessment, and customer intelligence. You'll be part of a diverse, multicultural team comprising 47 nationalities speaking over 20 languages, contributing to an inclusive and collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in a lead role. While Scala is the primary language, strong engineering principles in Java, Python, or equivalent languages are valued. You'll need expertise in production-level data processing systems, modern development tooling, and strong technical communication skills.

Benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare, RRSP matching, mental health support, flexible work arrangements including a "Work from Anywhere" policy, and continuous learning opportunities. Join Quantexa to be part of a mission-driven company that's making data easier and making the world a better place through innovative technology solutions.

Last updated 3 days ago

Responsibilities For Principal Data Engineer

  • Lead, support, and mentor a team of junior data engineers within an agile framework
  • Set medium term strategy for technical delivery of projects
  • Write defensive, fault tolerant and efficient code for production level data processing systems
  • Configure and deploy Quantexa's software using tools such as Spark, Hadoop, Scala, Elasticsearch
  • Articulate technical concepts to non-technical audience
  • Collaborate with solution architects and R&D engineers
  • Champion solutions and standards for complex big data challenges

Requirements For Principal Data Engineer

Scala
Java
Python
  • 8+ years of industry experience in data engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in a lead role
  • Proficiency in Scala, Java, Python, or related programming languages
  • Experience with modern development tooling (Git, Gradle, Nexus)
  • Strong technical communication ability
  • Knowledge of testing libraries
  • Ability to obtain government clearance
  • Experience building and deploying production level data processing batch systems

Benefits For Principal Data Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Competitive salary
  • Company bonus
  • 100% RRSP match up to 5%
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage
  • Mental health support
  • Fitness reimbursements
  • Financial well-being support
  • Parental leave
  • Work from Home Equipment
  • Free Calm App Subscription
  • Continuous Training and Development
  • Work from Anywhere policy (up to 2 months)
  • Team Social Budget
  • Employee Referral Program

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