Senior Data Architect

Position Description:

This is an exciting time for CGI and we want you to be part of it. We are Canadas largest independent information technology services firm and we are still growing! We are expanding in Atlantic Canada and we need your skills enthusiasm and dedication as part of our team. We are seeking a highly skilled Data Architect to join our dynamic team.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Lead development efforts with extensive experience in Python or Go.
Plan and execute migrations of Python codebases to Go.
Implement cloud-native security best practices in development and deployment.
Promote and apply DevOps best practices to streamline software delivery and operations.
Configure and maintain service meshes (e.g. Istio) in Kubernetes environments.
Deploy and manage applications using Kubernetes architecture and control plane concepts.
Collaborate with teams on Machine Learning and Generative AI integration and concepts.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Familiarity with API design principles (REST gRPC) and API gateway technologies.
Author high-quality Golang code to deliver new features evolve existing services and resolve defects.
Demonstrated experience with programming languages such as Python or Go.
Deep knowledge and demonstrated experience with Google Kubernetes Engine and Google Cloud Platform.
Knowledge of key architectural patterns such as microservices and event-driven architecture with a deep understanding of their related trade-offs.
Knowledge of best practices for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD).
Familiarity with data architecture and modeling concepts and paradigms.
Familiarity with Observability concepts such as Service Level Objectives (SLOs) and Service Level Indicators (SLIs) and related tooling (e.g. Datadog OpenTelemetry etc.).
Demonstrated experience as a productive reviewer of code with an ability to coach others on the differentiation of style and correctness.
Demonstrated experience with relational databases and declarative query languages such as SQL (e.g. Oracle Postgres etc.).
Experience with the git version control system and related tools such as GitHub or GitLab.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tooling (e.g. Terraform etc.).
Familiarity with the publish/subscribe models and supporting technologies (e.g. Apache Kafka Google Pubsub AWS SNS/SQS etc.).
Proven experience in designing building and running large-scale systems

Desired Qualifications

At least 7 years of demonstrated experience with programming languages such as Python or Go.
Demonstrated experience migrating Python codebases to Go.
Strong understanding of cloud-native security best practices.
Strong understanding of DevOps best practices.
Direct experience implementing service meshes (e.g. Istio) in Kubernetes environments.
Strong understanding of Kubernetes architecture and concepts with direct experience deploying software using the Kubernetes control plane.
A demonstrated understanding of Machine Learning and Generative AI concepts.

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Use of the term architect in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices architecture or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial architect regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT architect-related functions but licensure from an architect regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Architecture is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Skills:

• Data Architecture
• Go
• Python

What you can expect from us:

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation please inform your recruiter.

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