Data Architect with AWS Data Lake & Redshift

Ward Technology Talent Toronto, Canada

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About the role

This contract Data Architect position is based in Toronto/GTA, Ontario, working onsite. You will provide data architecture direction for a Data Hub project, implementing data assets in AWS services including S3, Redshift, Glue, Athena, and EMR while establishing architectural standards and design patterns.

What you’ll do

  • Provide data architecture direction and deliver architectural artifacts as part of the Applied Architecture group
  • Work with internal business and technical stakeholders to gather input on data concepts and solutions
  • Understand business needs and translate them into conceptual, logical, and physical data models
  • Implement data assets in the Data Lake/Warehouse environment using S3, Redshift, Redshift Spectrum, Glue, Athena, and EMR
  • Develop data architectural standards, design patterns, and schemas and conduct implementation reviews
  • Review existing data architectures and provide feedback on Reference Architectures
  • Deliver data architecture solutions for data versioning and integrations
  • Support redesign and optimization of data pipelines based on AWS Big Data technologies
  • Provide subject matter expertise and technical leadership on data architecture

Questions about this role

Is this a remote or onsite role?

It is an onsite position in Toronto/GTA.

What AWS services are used?

S3, Redshift, Redshift Spectrum, Glue, Athena, and EMR.

Is this a permanent or contract role?

It is a contract position.

What data management platform is involved?

Informatica Data Management including BDM, BDQ, EDC, and Axon.

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