Data Engineer Lead

Flair Airlines

Flair Airlines, a leading ultra-low-cost carrier in Canada, is expanding its services and seeking talented professionals to join their team. As part of their growth, they are hiring a Data Engineer Lead to oversee data infrastructure and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role supports data-driven decision-making and requires office-based work with occasional travel for meetings and training.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain data pipelines for various processing needs
• Implement data governance and security measures
• Design and maintain scalable data architecture
• Collaborate with teams to address data requirements
• Automate processes for data ingestion and validation
• Optimize data workflows for improved performance
• Lead a team of data engineers, providing guidance
• Ensure compliance with data protection policies
• Monitor system performance and resolve issues

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare package
• Pension plan with matched contributions
• Performance-based bonuses
• Referral incentive program
• Unlimited travel access on Flair's network

This role requires you to have:

• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala
• Expertise in SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience with ETL tools like Apache Airflow or Talend
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Apache Spark or Hadoop
• Communication and leadership abilities

You would benefit from having:

• Certifications in cloud or data engineering
• Experience with containerization tools like Docker
• Knowledge of data privacy frameworks like GDPR or CCPA

Flair Airlines values a diverse and inclusive work environment. The company welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and offers accommodations during the selection process. A clear criminal record check and eligibility to work in Canada are required.