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Senior Infrastructure Specialist DB

Canada Life


Job Location:

London - UK

Yearly Salary: $ 85200 - 135200
Posted: 1 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Permanent Full Time

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As part of the IWIS/AN Data and Analytics Team you will help provide the data foundation for planning and decision making at Canada Life. You will provide technical leadership and hands-on skills to support the systems that enable the collection integration analysis and presentation of information to be used by the Canada Life community.

In this role you will wear many hats: building Azure Data Factory and ETL processes writing complex SQL and supporting operational processes in both our Data Warehouse and Microsoft Azure data addition the role requires experienced thought leadership and ability to drive initiatives that enable our development pipelines to continually be available and capable of meeting our business partners needs.

What you will do

  • Build data pipelines in MS Azure platform that supports the consumption of structured and unstructured data from various sources with the use of Azure Data Factory and Data Bricks
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to analyze transform and model large complex data sets for business insights operational reporting and analytics
  • Develop data solutions that facilitates re-usability across various business functions
  • Develop and support the creation of conceptual logical and physical data models
  • Lead and support the migration of on-premise data solutions to the MS Azure platform
  • Actively contribute and improve our data solutions and best practices
  • Collaborate with internal technical stakeholders and business partners for solving data related technical issues
  • Advise others on Data Modelling and the use of database technologies
  • Apply enhancement and provide support for initiatives related to existing legacy databases

What you will bring

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science Mathematics Statistics or in a related field.
  • 5 years of hands-on experience in developing data solutions with a strong background in data warehousing (incorporating a Kimball dimensional design methodology)
  • Strong relational database development experience in MS SQL is required
  • Experience in developing ETL constructs using Informatica or an equivalent tool
  • Recent development experience in MS Azure platform (Databricks ADF) Kafka Python (or R) Change Spark and Data Capture (CDC)
  • Previous investment and/or insurance experience will be considered an asset
  • Good communication and collaboration skills
  • Seeks to understand business needs and delivers high quality service to the business while understanding the organizations vision purpose and values
  • Passionate about technology the user experience demonstrates inner self starter and is accepting of and open to learning new ideas outside scope or knowledge
  • Familiar with API microservice integration
  • Explains technical issues to diverse audiences
  • Decision-making: understands the costs and benefits of actions and makes recommendations towards the most appropriate one uses collaboration and judgement to form conclusions

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The base salary for this position is between $85200 - $135200 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life

Wereunited by a shared purpose: to improve the financialphysicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

Werelooking for people who live our values everyday: we step up we do the right thing and we deliver for our customerscommunitiesand each you someone who always strives to do the right thing who steps up for themselves and others and who delivers with impact Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer:

Were committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Heres what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

  • Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2000 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.
  • Health & Wellness:Flexible health and dental benefitsplus a $5000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
  • Time Off:In addition to regular vacation andpersonal dayswe support communityinvolvement with avolunteer day.
  • Financial Security:Company-matching pension planshare ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.
  • Rewards and Recognition:Employee recognition programs service milestone celebrations employee discounts and more!
  • Emphasis onCommunity:We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs)mentorshipprogramssocialclubsandevents.

Learn moreaboutCanada Life.

Werecommitted to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Canada Life policies.

Canada Lifewould like to thank all applicants however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC