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Senior Data Engineer - Solution Designer

A global financial services and insurance company with 30,000 employees across 26 countries, focused on helping clients achieve financial security and healthy living.
$78,000 - $128,000
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior Data Engineer - Solution Designer

Sun Life is seeking a Senior Data Engineer - Solutions Designer to join their Data Engineering and Operations team. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on building and maintaining data infrastructure that powers the organization's analytics capabilities. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like AWS, Kafka, and various ETL tools while mentoring other engineers. The company provides a supportive, inclusive environment with flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will bring 5-10 years of experience in data engineering, strong programming skills in Python and SQL, and expertise in cloud services, particularly AWS. They'll need to balance technical excellence with strong communication skills, as the role involves significant collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentoring responsibilities.

Sun Life stands out as an employer by being recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Ontario and holding the Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Work®. The company's global presence, serving clients across 26 countries, offers opportunities for impactful work at scale. They emphasize innovation and sustainability, encouraging employees to push boundaries and test new approaches.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $78,000-$128,000, plus incentive compensation, comprehensive wellness benefits, and a flexible hybrid work model. This role represents an excellent opportunity for a senior data professional looking to make a significant impact while advancing their career in a supportive, global organization.

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Responsibilities For Senior Data Engineer - Solution Designer

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using AWS Glue, Kafka, and Step Functions
  • Implement and optimize ETL processes using tools like SSIS, Informatica, or Talend
  • Guide and mentor Data Engineers on best practices
  • Create and maintain data models to support business intelligence
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Ensure data quality, security, and compliance
  • Troubleshoot data-related issues

Requirements For Senior Data Engineer - Solution Designer

Python
Kafka
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 5-10 years of experience in ETL design, modeling, and development
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and Python programming
  • Experience with AWS services
  • Expertise in data warehousing concepts
  • Proficiency in ETL tools
  • Experience with various database systems
  • Familiarity with Kafka and stream processing
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities
  • Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance required

Benefits For Senior Data Engineer - Solution Designer

Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
  • Wellness programs supporting mental, physical, and financial health
  • Career development opportunities
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangement
  • Competitive base salary with incentive compensation

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