Sr. Data Engineer

Sun Life

Sun Life offers a dynamic workplace where team members collaborate with industry experts. The Senior Data Engineer will join a team focusing on cutting-edge data technologies and advanced analytics solutions. This role is crucial in delivering top-notch BI reporting and application integration solutions, using tools like Python and AWS Glue.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Design and build efficient data applications and frameworks.
• Develop data pipelines using Python and AWS Glue in a cloud environment.
• Participate in the development cycle, from design to implementation.
• Mentor junior engineers to ensure code quality and maintainability.
• Translate requirements into functional and technical designs.
• Provide solution options and estimates for projects.
• Follow SDLC methodologies for project delivery.
• Evaluate data and software systems for improvements.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure coordinated efforts.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Certification with Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Work.
• Recognized as a Top Workplace for Remote Work.
• Certified as a Great Place to Work for numerous categories.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Pension, stock, and savings programs.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure based on market data.

This role requires you to have:

• 5 to 7 years of experience in data warehouse and system integration solutions.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS Glue and Python development using PySpark.
• Strong competencies in SQL and object-oriented ETL.
• 3+ years working with Big Data technologies like Hive.
• Experience in data modeling and handling large data volumes efficiently.

You would benefit from having:

• Experience with Hadoop frameworks such as HDFS and Spark.
• Familiarity with Step Functions and Lambda.
• Project management and Agile SDLC experience.
• Leadership and capability to work in a global environment.

Sun Life emphasizes diversity and inclusion, valuing a diverse workforce that brings creative ideas. The company welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.