Permanent Full Time

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer

Technology redefines the way we work and deliver to meet business needs and elevate the customer experience. You’ll be part of an organization that is embracing modern technology, innovation, and agile ways of working.

Our Canada Technology team is a strategic partner in our business – with an ambition to be a forward-thinking, agile technology organization delivering secure, resilient, and leading solutions that support Canada Life and the well‑being of millions of Canadians.

The role of the Senior Data Engineer is part of the Enterprise Data Enablement Team at Canada Life, and is responsible for the engineering, creation, and support of data services and products that increase velocity and quality of data to drive business insights and analytics across the organization.

Build and support data products for Canadian use: design, curate, and publish self‑service connected datasets that increase re‑use and quality of the data available in support of business data and analytic initiatives

Design and develop data models and patterns for re‑usability in collaboration with Data Governance and Information Architecture teams

Optimize data engineering and preparation activities through automation and leveraging of modern tools and techniques

Collaborate on a daily basis with the core data team and business while assisting with mentoring other engineers on the team

Collaborate with business teams to understand data needs, provide recommendation on solution options, and support business initiatives when required

Inventory critical data elements including lineage, classification, and usage

Mathematics, Computer Science and/or Data Analytics degree

5+ years of applied data engineering experience (Data & Analytics education an asset)

Expertise and knowledge of SQL, Python, Azure, Databricks, Synapse, ADF and PowerBI





Strong understanding of data modeling and ability to apply different techniques within a cloud platform

Excitement to share learnings with others across the company, including senior leadership and community of practice participation

Agile, practical, customer service‑oriented mindset

Reliability Status Security Clearance – this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment. This is a personal security status that is required as a condition of employment before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada website. The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.

This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full‑time or part‑time permanent team member:

Adaptable health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well‑being.

Time Off:In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.

Financial Security:Company‑matching pension plan,share ownership program and additionalinvestment options.

Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.

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