164 Data Specialist jobs in Canada

Job Description

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

We are seeking a Data Governance Specialist to lead the development and administration of our Master Data Management (MDM) platform and drive our enterprise data governance program. As a key member of the Data Services team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of our MDM environment, and the implementation of scalable data governance practices.

This role combines hands-on MDM tool administration with strategic governance responsibilities to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and trustworthiness of enterprise data assets.

Key Responsibilities:

MDM Administration

• Administer and enhance the Semarchy xDM platform, including data modeling, match/merge rule configuration, survivorship logic, and workflow design
• Maintain and monitor the performance, integrity, and reliability of the MDM environment
• Lead MDM implementation activities across new domains and business units
• Collaborate with Data Engineering team to connect MDM with the ERP, CRM, and analytics platforms
• Troubleshoot and resolve MDM issues; maintain platform documentation and metadata
• Provide input into MDM architecture, version upgrades, and environment planning
• Experience with other MDM tools such as Informatica MDM, Reltio, SAP MDG, or Oracle MDM is a strong asset

Data Governance

• Define and implement data governance policies, standards, and stewardship models
• Configure and manage our data catalog and governance tool (Secoda) to support metadata management, business glossary, and data lineage
• Support enterprise data quality initiatives by establishing monitoring and reporting frameworks
• Engage with business and technical stakeholders to assign data ownership and ensure accountability
• Provide training and support to data stewards and users across departments
• Promote data literacy, consistency, and transparency through stewardship enablement
• Familiarity with other data governance and catalog platforms such as Collibra, Alation, Atlan, or Microsoft Purview is preferred

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in MDM, data governance, or enterprise data management roles
• Hands-on experience with Semarchy xDM or similar MDM tools
• Experience administering or configuring Secoda or other modern governance platforms
• Strong SQL and data modeling skills
• Experience with ERP and CRM platforms, particularly in relation to master data
• Deep understanding of data quality, stewardship, metadata, and governance frameworks
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across both technical and business teams

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits Package:

• H ealth Benefits: Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
• Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
• Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave for work-life balance.
• Wellness: Wellness programs and access to on-site gym facilities (available in some locations).
• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.
• Convenience: On-site parking or parking allowance.

If you're looking to join a supportive team environment with opportunities for personal and professional development, apply now and become part of our dynamic team.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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Job Description

** This role is Canada Remote Eligible Only**

Plooto is at a pivotal moment in its data journey, transitioning to a comprehensive lakehouse architecture, and we are seeking a fiercely technical and self-motivated Technical Data Governance Specialist to be the hands-on architect of its foundation. This is not a role for theorists or delegators; we need a practitioner. You will be a lone wolf, responsible for both designing and, most critically, implementing the core components of our data governance framework from the ground up within our Databricks environment. Your primary mission is to rapidly transform our data landscape by inventorying, cataloging, and securing our data assets, directly enabling AI-powered self-serve analytics and ensuring the trustworthiness of our data.

Key Responsibilities:

Your mandate is to build, not just to plan. You will execute on the following priorities:

• Data Asset Inventory and Mapping:
  • Dive deep into our source systems to conduct a comprehensive inventory of Plooto's data assets.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to map data flows and document data lineage, establishing a clear picture of our data landscape.
  • Develop and implement an initial game plan for the organization and pre-processing of raw data, aligning with our Medallion architecture principles.
• Data Catalog Implementation and Enrichment:
  • Lead the hands-on implementation and operationalization of our data catalog using Databricks Unity Catalog .
  • Systematically enrich the catalog with thorough and accurate annotations for all catalogs, tables, and fields, making data discovery intuitive and reliable.
  • Ensure the catalog is meticulously maintained to serve as the single source of truth for our data assets, unlocking the potential for AI-powered analytics.
• Data Quality and Observability:
  • Design and implement a practical data quality framework, creating and automating tests within the Azure and Databricks ecosystems.
  • Establish an initial data observability platform, ensuring the quality and reliability of our most critical data pipelines.
  • Work directly with data consumers to identify critical data elements and prioritize the rollout of quality monitoring.
• Access Control and PII Management:
  • Implement and manage a robust access control framework within Databricks to ensure data is both accessible and secure.
  • Develop and execute protocols for identifying, classifying, and protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII) across the data lakehouse.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Security teams to ensure technical implementations align with regulatory requirements like CCPA and GDPR.

• Experience:
  • 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in a data governance or data engineering role with a heavy emphasis on governance implementation.
  • Proven, demonstrable experience building data governance solutions from scratch in a cloud environment with Databricks tooling.
  • Direct experience creating a data asset inventory and operationalizing a data catalog is mandatory.
• Technical Skills:
  • Absolute expertise in Databricks and the practical application of the Unity Catalog is non-negotiable.
  • Expert-level proficiency in SQL for data manipulation, transformation, and analysis.
  • Hands-on experience designing and implementing data quality tests and frameworks using tools native to Databricks.
  • Solid understanding of modern data architectures and practical experience with implementing access control and PII handling in a lakehouse environment.
  • Familiarity with Azure Purview is a significant plus.
• Key Attributes:
  • Proactive and self-motivated: You must have the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward with minimal oversight.
  • Implementation-focused: You are a builder who thrives on execution and seeing projects through to completion.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills: You can dissect complex technical challenges and devise practical, efficient solutions.
  • Detail-oriented: You possess a meticulous approach to documenting and implementing governance standards.

• A unique opportunity to build the data governance function from its very foundation and make a significant, immediate impact on Plooto's data strategy.
• A highly collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment with direct exposure to all aspects of the business.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on Plooto's data strategy and governance practices. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strategic thinking to establish a robust data governance framework that supports Plooto's growth and ensures data trustworthiness and compliance.

Job Description

Lumerate is growing rapidly and we're searching for a Data Specialist to join our nascent biotech-investor intelligence brand, BioBackers, for the journey!

Who is Lumerate?

Lumerate is a Toronto-based SaaS company that has built game-changing technology to help sales teams accelerate revenue growth. We help our customers achieve the full picture of their industries. We also strive to achieve our own personal full pictures from a career fulfillment and learning perspective. We're in the business of gathering intelligence about industries and delivering it to the right people within those industries through innovative software interfaces, called Brands. Our vision is to be the world's most useful and trusted source of information for professionals seeking to understand what's happening in their industry.

Our mission: To deliver industry awareness to an ever-increasing number of people, in whatever way helps them to make the most informed decisions, take the most immediate action and be the most awesome at their unique jobs.

All about BioBackers

BioBackers, Lumerate's newest brand, is a biotech investor intelligence platform created for the executive leadership and business development professionals operating within early-stage therapeutics-focused biotech ventures who are working to raise their next financing round. BioBackers enables search and identification of life science investors with investment goals matching the biotech's investment profile. BioBackers aims to save our biotech customers the painfully wasted time and energy that's lost with the unstructured, poorly-targeted, brute-force approach to investor prospecting that leads to over 65% of investor rejection responses. BioBackers is in its early stages of development, which means we are looking for a driven, creative, and entrepreneurial individual who's seeking the opportunity to help build and launch a new software product, and then help grow it into an industry leading platform.

The Data Specialist will be a key hire to accelerate our entry into the biotech startup industry. If you're someone who finds joy in solving new data-related puzzles, likes to think outside the box, and has experience building customer driven product features - then this position could be for you. This role is a critical one for us, you'll be our first data-dedicated hire on the BioBackers team and will have a massive opportunity for growth. We are looking for someone who can eventually lead our BioBackers data team.

• Sourcing, organizing, and representing data related to biotech investors, their funds, portfolios, and mandates
• Update our internal databases with missing data and develop strategies to automate our data collection and maintenance practices
• Take on various data projects to solve key challenges with representing and delivering investor intelligence to our biotech customers within BioBackers
• Help fulfill research requests from other Lumerate brands that leverage our investor intelligence datasets and capabilities
• Help us explore and understand new software product opportunities at the intersection of biotech and investor networks

• Is deeply curious about how the world works
• Wants to work at the intersection of software and life sciences
• Has a curiosity about the biotech investment landscape
• Loves hunting for information and organizing it effectively
• Deep passion and curiosity for AI and LLMs - we utilize this technology extensively
• Values a strong and positive company culture
• You're someone who is detail-oriented and likes to solve puzzles. In your cover letter include the word located at these coordinates 43.637147, -79.443099
• You're a life-long learner who prioritizes learning and development

• You have an educational background in life sciences or data (MSc minimum) with a few years of work experience in a data related role, ideally in the life science industry
• You consider yourself above average when it comes to digging for information online
• You enjoy working in small team environments, but you will be comfortable and highly focused working independently/remotely throughout the day
• You're comfortable navigating complex technical environments
• While you are creative and full of ideas, you won't mind some daily routine tasks
• You have experience working with LLMs, and a keen interest to apply them in your work
• You're exceptional at working with spreadsheets + manipulating and visualizing data

• Help shape the future of a bootstrapped and profitable Canadian tech company
• Earn yourself some equity (employee options make up 20% of the value of the company at all times)
• Be a part of a tightly-knit team with a thriving hybrid culture
• Three weeks paid vacation + paid statutory holidays
• Enjoy a dedicated work space at our open-concept office (located in the Junction Triangle) and enjoy the benefits of in-person interactions with colleagues 3 days per week
• Upgrade your home office setup with our hybrid stipend
• Join us for our annual all-company retreat (past destinations include Bermuda, Iceland, Costa Rica and Spain!)
• Earn additional paid vacation days with continued learning ($1000 annual stipend for courses and classes)
• Take part in our Employee Giving Program (you choose the causes and the company provides the funds)
• Basic and extended health and dental benefits
• Paid and topped-up maternal and parental leave

Work remote, or hybrid from our laid-back office (located in Toronto's Junction Triangle on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays).

Base salary between CAD $58-85K / year

The target start date for this role is September 8, 2025, but we are willing to wait to find the right candidate.

Already envisioning your first day at Lumerate as our first Data Specialist on the BioBackers team? Please send in your application with two things: your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you! While we thank all candidates for their interest, please note that any applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Lumerate is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

About the Role

Our teams are committed to always being innovative and staying at the forefront, by joining our Training Center Operations Experience team, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in decisions, programming and deployment related to the technological solutions used by our training center operation team towards the latest software standards of the industry. This is why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Analyst to join our dynamic operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with experience in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (such as Power BI), and a solid understanding of data modeling and reporting are essential. Familiarity with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure) will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources, including training sessions, operational systems, and maintenance activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, IT, finance) to ensure data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Decision Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and overall operational performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to present complex data in a clear and actionable way.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure cloud platforms and/or Fabric.
• Knowledge of Python and PySpark.
• Understanding of data governance and privacy best practices.
• Experience in the aviation, training, or technology environments is an asset.

About the Role

Our teams are committed to always being innovative and staying at the forefront, by joining our Training Center Operations Experience team, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in decisions, programming and deployment related to the technological solutions used by our training center operation team towards the latest software standards of the industry. This is why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Analyst to join our dynamic operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with experience in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (such as Power BI), and a solid understanding of data modeling and reporting are essential. Familiarity with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure) will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources, including training sessions, operational systems, and maintenance activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, IT, finance) to ensure data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Decision Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and overall operational performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to present complex data in a clear and actionable way.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure cloud platforms and/or Fabric.
• Knowledge of Python and PySpark.
• Understanding of data governance and privacy best practices.
• Experience in the aviation, training, or technology environments is an asset.

About the Role

Our teams are committed to always being innovative and staying at the forefront, by joining our Training Center Operations Experience team, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in decisions, programming and deployment related to the technological solutions used by our training center operation team towards the latest software standards of the industry. This is why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Analyst to join our dynamic operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with experience in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (such as Power BI), and a solid understanding of data modeling and reporting are essential. Familiarity with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure) will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources, including training sessions, operational systems, and maintenance activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, IT, finance) to ensure data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Decision Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and overall operational performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to present complex data in a clear and actionable way.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure cloud platforms and/or Fabric.
• Knowledge of Python and PySpark.
• Understanding of data governance and privacy best practices.
• Experience in the aviation, training, or technology environments is an asset.

About the Role

Our teams are committed to always being innovative and staying at the forefront, by joining our Training Center Operations Experience team, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in decisions, programming and deployment related to the technological solutions used by our training center operation team towards the latest software standards of the industry. This is why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Analyst to join our dynamic operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with experience in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (such as Power BI), and a solid understanding of data modeling and reporting are essential. Familiarity with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure) will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources, including training sessions, operational systems, and maintenance activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, IT, finance) to ensure data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Decision Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and overall operational performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to present complex data in a clear and actionable way.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure cloud platforms and/or Fabric.
• Knowledge of Python and PySpark.
• Understanding of data governance and privacy best practices.
• Experience in the aviation, training, or technology environments is an asset.

About the Role

Our teams are committed to always being innovative and staying at the forefront, by joining our Training Center Operations Experience team, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in decisions, programming and deployment related to the technological solutions used by our training center operation team towards the latest software standards of the industry. This is why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Analyst to join our dynamic operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with experience in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (such as Power BI), and a solid understanding of data modeling and reporting are essential. Familiarity with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure) will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources, including training sessions, operational systems, and maintenance activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, IT, finance) to ensure data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Decision Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and overall operational performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to present complex data in a clear and actionable way.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure cloud platforms and/or Fabric.
• Knowledge of Python and PySpark.
• Understanding of data governance and privacy best practices.
• Experience in the aviation, training, or technology environments is an asset.

About the Role

Our teams are committed to always being innovative and staying at the forefront, by joining our Training Center Operations Experience team, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in decisions, programming and deployment related to the technological solutions used by our training center operation team towards the latest software standards of the industry. This is why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Analyst to join our dynamic operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with experience in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (such as Power BI), and a solid understanding of data modeling and reporting are essential. Familiarity with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure) will be considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources, including training sessions, operational systems, and maintenance activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business decisions.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and operational metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, IT, finance) to ensure data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Decision Support: Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation, scheduling, and overall operational performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and predictive modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to present complex data in a clear and actionable way.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure cloud platforms and/or Fabric.
• Knowledge of Python and PySpark.
• Understanding of data governance and privacy best practices.
• Experience in the aviation, training, or technology environments is an asset.