Senior Data Engineering Specialist- Healthcare (Future Opportunities)

WHO WE ARE: 

 
Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact – elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers. 

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies. 

Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are: 
 

OUR VALUES 

• We care for our team. 
• We care about the impact we have on our community. 
• We serve by solving complex problems. 
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities. 
• We innovate always and everywhere. 
• We build a business that lasts. 

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient data processing, storage, and accessibility for analytical and operational purposes.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE: 

• Develop comprehensive documentation detailing data pipeline optimizations, enhancements, and operational support activities, serving as a reference for the Data Governance and Engineering team and stakeholders.
• Prepare operational support documentation and issue resolution reports, outlining troubleshooting processes, solutions, and preventive measures for future incidents.
• Document enhancements or updates to data profiles, extraction processes, and transport designs to enhance platform capabilities.
• Create documentation for data extract and transport testing/quality assurance related to platform capability changes or updates.
• Develop training materials and provide support for platform users and support staff as needed.
• Facilitate proactive knowledge transfer to ensure seamless collaboration with the Data Governance and Engineering team, operational stakeholders, and technical teams regarding evolving platform requirements and capabilities.
• Produce written status reports summarizing completed activities to date, including any outstanding issues or risks impacting the achievement of current or imminent objectives.
• Fulfill other deliverables as required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a data engineer focusing on data integration, migration, or extraction within a data warehouse/data lake environment.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in roles related to digital health.
• Recent (within the last 2 years) experience with Microsoft (MS) Azure cloud-native tools, including Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, MS Entra ID, and Azure SQL Databases.
• Recent (within the last 2 years) experience with Delta Lake and Delta Tables stored using Gen2 Storage.
• Proficiency working with Synapse Serverless and Dedicated Pools.
• Demonstrated experience with MS Purview, including Purview Atlas API, and Purview data policies and workflow modules is considered an asset.
• Proven knowledge and experience in data profiling, data extraction, and development of data pipelines.
• Ability to write complex queries in both SQL and NoSQL syntax.
• Experience working in an Agile project environment using Git and Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with Personal Health Information Classifications and protections using recognized de-identification/anonymization methods, such as the HIPAA Safe Harbor method.
• Experience setting up and managing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to facilitate rapid and reliable deployment of data-related updates and enhancements is considered an asset.

   …AND YOU ARE…

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do  
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges.
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader. 
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision.
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members.
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations.
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively.
• Energized by our company values! 

MARINER OFFERS YOU:

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter.
• Flexible work location 
• Support for remote work/work from home.
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days.
• Unlimited training 

WHY MARINER? 

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.  

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!  
 

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.  
 

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.  

Join our growing team!