Senior Data Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Data Engineer (Fintech): Building and managing large-scale batch and real-time data pipelines for client information and analytics with an accent on cloud-native architecture and data integration. Focus on designing robust ETL/ELT workflows, optimizing query performance, and integrating AI-driven tools to support data-driven decision-making.

Location: Must be based in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The role follows a hybrid model requiring at least four days per week in the office.

Salary: $80,000 – $85,000 per year.

Company

hirify.global is a leading independent global investment firm dedicated to rethinking possibilities for clients through diverse investment strategies and capabilities.

What you will do

• Manage application and data integration platforms using AWS cloud components.
• Design and build robust data pipelines using modern engineering practices in a cloud-native architecture.
• Partner with business stakeholders to support the full lifecycle of development, reporting, and integration projects.
• Ensure data availability and enablement for business reporting within established SLAs.
• Create and maintain architecture documentation, data models, and design artifacts.
• Develop production-grade code and automation to evolve analytical capabilities.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience working in AWS (S3, RDS, Lambda, Glue, SNS).
• 3–5 years of experience designing and maintaining data pipelines using Apache Airflow.
• 3–5 years of experience working with Snowflake.
• Strong programming skills in Python for data processing and automation.
• Solid expertise in ETL/ELT patterns, SQL, and query performance optimization.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in data modeling and large-scale data architecture design.

Nice to have

• 1–2 years of experience integrating AI-driven tools or services (e.g., AWS AI services, Snowflake Cortex, LLMs) into data workflows.
• Experience in the financial or investment management industry.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working environment with a focus on in-office collaboration.
• Competitive total rewards package including RRSP contributions.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Work flexibility programs and parental leave benefits.
• Study support for professional development.