We are
At Synechron we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industryleading digital solutions. Synechrons progressive technologies and optimization strategies span endtoend Artificial Intelligence Consulting Digital Cloud & DevOps Data and Software Engineering servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models Digital Underwriting mobilefirst applications and more. Over the last 20 years our company has been honored with multiple employer awards recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about Synechron has a global workforce of 14500 and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.
Our challenge
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for MongoDB and related NoSQL technologies. This role involves designing modeling and architecting databases as well as implementing and managing data synchronization aggregation and migration processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong proficiency in for scripting data loading and building query builder APIs.
Additional Information*
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other accordance with law the base salary for this role if filled within Halifax NS is CAD $100k CAD $110k/year & benefits (see below).
The Role
Responsibilities:
- Database Design & Architecture:
- Design and model MongoDB and NoSQL databases to meet application and performance requirements.
- Architect and implement SQL databases and Redis caches for optimal data retrieval and storage.
- Data Management:
- Develop and maintain data synchronization processes between different data sources and systems.
- Implement data aggregation techniques to support analytics and reporting needs.
- Data Migration:
- Lead data migration efforts ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime.
- Utilize best practices to facilitate seamless transitions between databases.
- Scripting & Automation:
- Write and maintain scripts in to automate data loading processes and optimize database interactions.
- Develop query builder APIs to enhance data accessibility for applications.
- Collaboration & Mentorship:
- Work closely with crossfunctional teams including software engineers data analysts and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior data engineers fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Performance Tuning & Optimization:
- Monitor and optimize database performance executing tuning and scaling initiatives as necessary.
- Conduct regular database health checks and implement necessary improvements.
- Documentation & Best Practices:
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of database architectures processes and procedures.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in data engineering and database management.
Requirements:
- Bachelors or masters degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in data engineering with a focus on MongoDB and NoSQL databases.
- Strong expertise in designing modeling and architecting databases including SQL and Redis.
- Proficient in for scripting data loading and API development.
- Experience with data migration strategies and tools.
- Knowledge of data synchronization and aggregation techniques.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) and containerization (Docker Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with a strong attention to detail.
Preferred but not required:
- Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes.
- Understanding of big data technologies (e.g. Hadoop Spark) is a plus.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
We offer:
- A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
- 15 days 3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave(floating days and sick days).
- A comprehensive insurance plan including medical dental vision life insurance and longterm disability.
- Flexible hybrid policy.
- RRSP with employers contribution up to 4.
- A higher education certification policy.
- Ondemand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
- Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
- Cutting edge projects at the worlds leading tierone banks financial institutions and insurance firms.
- A truly diverse funloving and global work culture.
SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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