Data Engineer

Thorough understanding of the data lake/data warehouse solutions being built.

Key player on data lake data warehouse solution development.

Design and develop ETL/ELT solutions for Modernization data.

Design and develop SQL solutions.

Design and develop dashboards and reporting outputs.

Understand the data landscape of source systems.

Design data lakes, data warehouses to hold and serve data (Data Modeling).

Design and develop data ingestion ETL/ELT processes.

Design and develop dashboards and other reporting outputs.

Leading the analysis, design, and build efforts for all data storage and processing components being custom built or reused.

Advocate on data best practices.

Champion on organization data literacy.

Participate in monitoring production systems.

Research and diagnose failures and issues in a timely manner.

Provide suggestions and solutions to resolve problems.

Strong expertise in SQL

Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform data technologies (BigQuery, Cloud Data Storage, Data Flow)

Knowledge of Pentaho data tools including Pentaho Data Integration.

Proficiency in at least 2 programming languages (javascript, java, python, etc)

Proficiency in database design and architecture.

Knowledge of source code management principles and experience with GIT

Social and self-awareness

Ability to convey complex technical concepts into business terms

Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships

Sound judgment, initiative and flexibility

Strong attention to detail and quality

Team player; strong sense of responsibility in taking ownership

| What you need to be successful

Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Development.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in data engineering, ETL/ELT development, Database Design.

Experience in Google Cloud Platform data technologies (BigQuery, Cloud Data Storage, Data Flow).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Reliability Status Clearance and can successfully complete enhanced background checks that may be carried out by Payments Canada.

| You will really stand out with

Experience or understanding of Machine Learning techniques.

GCP certification.

| Salary range

Our target starting rate for this role is $83,300 with flexibility based on your experience and qualifications. The full salary range and benefits package are detailed below.

Please submit your application by September 25, 2026.

| What's in it for you?

Flexible, hybrid (remote/office) environment.

Competitive compensation package, including annual variable bonus and defined contribution pension plan with employer matching percentage (if eligible).

Comprehensive health and dental benefit coverage, including mental health coverage, life insurance and a health spending account for you and your dependents (Permanent and temporary employees with contracts 12 months and over).

Paid time off: minimum four weeks paid vacation, sick and personal days, December holiday shutdown and cultural holiday observance days.

26 weeks of paid maternity and parental leave top-up (if eligible)

Rewards and recognition program.

Access to office gym facilities.

Internal and external professional development opportunities.

Fun team and organizational events.

Monthly all staff forums led by our Executive Leadership Team .

| Our Commitment to Fair Hiring

At Payments Canada, we are dedicated to fair, transparent and inclusive hiring. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Our recruitment process uses automated tools, but not generative AI, to objectively screen and evaluate applications and confirm that a candidate’s qualifications meet job requirements.

It is important to remember that these tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. Our trained recruitment professionals and hiring managers always make the final hiring decisions.

| Our diversity, inclusion and equity commitment

At Payments Canada, we are committed to making everyone feel they can be themselves and thrive at work. We will continue to build on a foundation of respect and appreciation for diversity in all forms and collectively create an inclusive and equitable culture where our differences are valued.

We are committed to employment equity and actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation by emailing hrinfo@payments.ca .

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.