Data Team Lead

**Company Description**
**_
We are Chandos_**

I**nclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage.**

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. **They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.** And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified national technical builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do.

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

**Job Description** Role Overview**

Are you passionate about turning data into a strategic asset? As our **Data Team Lead**, you’ll be at the forefront of building a modern data ecosystem that drives innovation and empowers decision-making across the organization. This is your opportunity to continue to shape how data is architected, engineered, and governed—while leveraging cutting-edge tools like **Microsoft Fabric** and **Microsoft Purview**.

**Key Responsibilities**

Data Architecture
- Define and maintain the enterprise data architecture framework, including data models, pipelines, and storage solutions.
- Ensure scalability, performance, and security of data platforms leveraging Microsoft Fabric.

Data Engineering
- Lead the design and development of data ingestion, transformation, and integration processes.
- Implement best practices for CI/CD, medallion architecture, and real-time analytics using Fabric components (Data Factory, Data Warehouse, Power BI).

Data Governance
- Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives.
- Utilize Microsoft Purview for data cataloging, lineage, classification, and compliance management.
- Drive initiatives for data quality, stewardship, and ownership across business units.

Leadership & Collaboration
- Manage and mentor an internal data team while using externals where necessary.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and IT leadership to align data strategy with business goals.
- Act as a data culture advocate, promoting best practices and continuous improvement while providing strong communication skills with leadership and end users.

**Qualifications** Required Skills & Qualifications**
- Proven experience in data architecture, data engineering, and data governance roles.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Fabric (OneLake, Data Factory, Data Activator, Power BI) and Microsoft Purview (Data Map, Unified Catalog, Compliance Manager).
- Expertise in data modeling, ETL processes, and pipeline orchestration.
- Familiarity with security frameworks, regulatory compliance, and risk management in data environments.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Experience with AI-driven analytics and Copilot integration in Microsoft Fabric.
- Certifications in Microsoft Fabric, Purview, or related data governance frameworks.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure) and hybrid data architectures.

**Additional Information**
Chandos is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.
- **We are 100% employee owned**. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only **one class** of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be **treated equal**. We talk about being an **entrepreneurial-minded** organization and you can be sure we mean it
- **Competitive wages**:

- **Well rounded employer paid benefits program**including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
- **RRSP matching program** to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
- **Educational assistance**for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
- **Recognition and annual salary reviews program**:

- **Leadership conference