Data Engineer

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support, maintain, and optimize custom applications for tax reporting built on legacy platforms.

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable application features and efficient data workflows.

• Collaborate with analysts, business users, and infrastructure teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.

• Design and build solutions aligned with modernization goals and modern data engineering principles where applicable.

• Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for data processes, system architecture, and procedures.

• Ensure data integrity, application performance, and overall system efficiency.

• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing and best practices.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in developing and maintaining complex programs in a professional setting

• Proficient in SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis

• Skilled in shell scripting (KSH, SQR) within Unix/Linux environments

• Familiar with job scheduler solutions such us Cron, AutoSys, or Rundeck

• Hands-on experience with AWS services and modern data warehouse solutions such as Snowflake

• Familiarity with data transformation and orchestration tools, including DBT and Apache Airflow

• Experience in the Financial Services industry and tax reporting is an asset; cybersecurity knowledge is a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; adaptable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Clear and effective communicator, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Strong knowledge in agile methodologies, DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC).

• Experienced in the use of Atlassian collaboration tools.

• Experienced in shell-scripting language like KSH and SQR.

• Experience in Restful API is a plus

• Experience in cyber-security measures is a plus

• Good interpersonal and team skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational, analytical skills.

This opportunity is for an existing vacancy with the company. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $69,500 to $119,500. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a bonus program. In addition, The Company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.  

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice.   Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential.  Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI. 

A Supportive Environment for Success

We offer an in-office environment, competitive benefits, and a supportive workplace to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
• Training Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Designations
• Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
• Corporate Discount Program
• Enhanced group benefits
• Parental Leave Top–up program
• Paid time off for Volunteering 

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

Please submit your resume in confidence by clicking “Apply”. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates (“CI”) are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected], or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.