Senior Data Platform Engineer – IRENJob Type: Full time | Location: Vancouver | Department: Operations | Reporting to: Associate Director, Operations | Work Location Type: HybridJob DescriptionIREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider that delivers large‑scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. With a vertically integrated platform built on renewable‑rich regions across the U.S. and Canada, IREN’s mission is to create sustainable high‑performance compute solutions that positively impact the communities in which we operate. The Senior Data Platform Engineer will design, build, and operate a scalable data platform that reliably collects, transforms, and stores operational data, ensuring systems are performant, resilient, and production‑ready at scale.Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.8+ years of experience in Data Engineering with strong exposure to data platform ownership and distributed systems.Proven experience building or operating distributed databases such as ClickHouse, Cassandra, Druid, Pinot, or BigQuery (preferably self‑managed environments).Proven experience with self‑hosted big data ecosystems (e.G., Hadoop, Spark).Strong knowledge of data storage formats (Parquet, ORC) and modern table formats (Hudi, Iceberg, Delta Lake).Solid understanding of data partitioning, replication, and distributed system design, including query performance tuning at scale.Experience working in on‑premises, hybrid infrastructure environments or bare metal clusters.Experience designing and maintaining scalable ETL/ELT pipelines and workflow orchestration with Apache Airflow.Ability to operate in a fast‑paced, high‑availability environment and problem‑solve large‑scale systems.Job ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and operate a scalable data platform, including pipelines, storage systems,



and compute layers.Architect and maintain distributed data systems for high‑throughput ingestion and low‑latency querying.Build and optimize ETL/ELT workflows with Apache Airflow, authoring and maintaining Python‑based DAGs.Develop and manage data integrations across internal and external systems in on‑prem, hybrid, and cloud environments.Operate and optimize bare metal clusters and self‑hosted data ecosystems (e.G., Hadoop/Spark).Maintain and scale data warehouses and analytical databases (e.G., ClickHouse, Postgres, InfluxDB).Implement robust partitioning, replication, and clustering strategies for large‑scale datasets.Optimize query performance at scale, including indexing strategies, data modeling, and execution tuning.Collaborate closely with operations and engineering teams to deliver high‑quality, reliable datasets.Document data architecture, workflows, and platform components for long‑term maintainability.Job BenefitsHealth & Wellness– Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 100% company‑paid for employees and dependents; company‑paid lifeand disability insurance; voluntary critical illness coverage; Employee Assistance Program and virtual health care platform.Financial Well‑Being– RRSP with company match; voluntary TFSAs.Time Off & Flexibility– 3 weeks annually for vacation and paid holidays; adaptable work arrangements.Growth & Development– Opportunities for advancement, internal mobility, and training and personal development.Culture & Lifestyle– Company events and team‑building activities.CompensationThe expected base salary for this role is $130,000 – $170,000 annual CAD, with additional incentives such as annual bonus and equity (long‑term incentive). Relocation assistance may be provided based on candidate circumstances.Podtech Data Centers Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Data Platform Engineer (Vancouver) - C$130,000 - C$170,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Podtech Data Centers
📍 Winnipeg