Required Experience & Skills8+ years leading complex data projects in enterprise environments8+ years in data lifecycle management: governance, quality, metadata, exception handling, root-cause analysis8+ years designing and implementing source-to-target data controls and validations for compliance/regulatory systemsAdvanced PL/SQL skills (query optimization, stored procedures, indexing, partitioning, performance tuning)Robust Python experience for data manipulation, automation, ETL logic, and data quality controlsProven ability to design and implement ETL processes and controls (Informatica experience is a plus)Deep understanding of payments flows (SWIFT, ACH, Fedwire) and financial crime/risk dataHands-on experience with AML transaction monitoring and/or KYC systems in large banksComfortable working across global time zones (overlap with Singapore & India)Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or equivalentNice to Have Skills & ExperienceFamiliarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Snowflake)Cloud database experience (Azure, AWS,



GCP)Experience with payments settlement systems and messaging formatsJob DescriptionInsight Global is hiring a senior IT Data Specialist to join a top 5 banking client in their Financial Crime & Risk Management (FCRM) Technology team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining critical data controls and pipelines that power AML transaction monitoring and customer risk rating systems—ensuring data integrity, quality, and regulatory compliance at scale.Key responsibilities include:Leading global data initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define data quality standardsDesigning and implementing data governance processes, ETL pipelines, and source-to-target controlsBuilding Python/SQL validation logic, optimizing database performance, and managing exceptionsPerforming root-cause analysis on data issues and driving remediation strategiesDocumenting processes for traceability and complianceWorking closely with AML platforms and

📌 It Data Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Insight Global
📍 Toronto