Data Engineering Solutions Architect

The Position Continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineering Solutions Architect to join our Technology Services Group.
In this role, you will design and build modern data solutions that combine robust data engineering practices with strong data architecture and modeling discipline. You will collaborate with a team of high-performing professionals and entrepreneurial thinkers who share a passion for helping clients transform how they use data. You are ambitious, adaptable, and energized by solving complex problems in fast-paced environments. You're comfortable engaging directly with clients, wearing multiple hats, and navigating shifting priorities while delivering high-quality technical solutions.
About Us Optimus SBR is a leading management consulting firm and an award-winning workplace. Recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the Best Workplaces in Professional Services 2024, and by Waterstone Human Capital as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we help organizations get done what isn't. Our team of committed consultants swiftly takes action to deliver innovative and impactful results. We are the largest independently owned Canadian management-consulting firm – a place where people and culture come first. Our market positioning is based on attracting the best people who are insatiably curious, entrepreneurial thinkers, hard-working, and bold.
Culture is Everything. Period. That's why we've been consistently rated one of the best places to work in North America – and are one of the fastest-growing. As a firm built on culture, we value our people and their growth. Each of us embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and has something unique to contribute. From employee-championed committees to celebratory events and learning paths, we cultivate a positive and engaging work environment.
What's in It for You?
• Growth Opportunities: Build your career through challenging, impactful projects and continuous learning.
• Diverse Workplace: Collaborate with professionals from unique backgrounds, fostering innovation.
• Flexibility & Autonomy: Enjoy the freedom to take ownership of your work and drive meaningful results.
• Leadership Development: Develop your skills through mentorship and career-progression opportunities.
Responsibilities: Data Architecture & Modeling
• Analyze business and technical requirements to design scalable, efficient data architectures.
• Build logical and physical data models using industry-standard tools such as Erwin (or equivalent).
• Design high-quality Entity Relationship (ER) diagrams following best practices in normalization, naming conventions, metadata, and data governance.
• Reverse engineer existing databases and schemas into ERDs, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and clarity.
• Manage schema lifecycle and change control, including versioning, impact assessment, and controlled deployment across environments.
• Translate source system structures into consolidated, analytics-ready data models for data warehouses and marts. Data Engineering & ETL/ELT Development
• Design and build end-to-end data pipelines using both low-code/no-code and code-based tools, including SSIS, Azure Data Factory (ADF), Alteryx, Power Automate, and related technologies.
• Develop and optimize data ingestion, transformation, and integration workflows across diverse data sources.
• Implement ETL/ELT best practices to ensure reliability, accuracy, scalability, and performance.
• Support the creation of data warehouses, data marts, and reusable data assets for analytics, reporting, and visualization.
• Troubleshoot pipeline, performance, and data quality issues with a hands-on, solution-focused approach. Database Platforms
• Work with and design solutions across multiple database platforms, including: o SQL Server o Databricks o MySQL o PostgreSQL o (Additional cloud or on-premise data platforms are considered assets) Client & Project Delivery
• Facilitate requirement gathering sessions with clients to understand business needs and data-related challenges.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to solution design, architecture documentation, project plans, and technical deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure solution alignment with client objectives.
• Support delivery of high-quality consulting engagements with a focus on value, clarity, and outcomes.
Qualifications: Technical Qualifications
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in data engineering, data architecture, or combined roles.
• Strong, hands-on experience with data modeling tools (e.g., Erwin) and ERD best practices.
• Demonstrated capability to reverse-engineer, deploy, and manage schema changes across environments.
• Advanced experience with SQL and SQL scripting across multiple RDBMS platforms.
• Proven ability to design and build ETL/ELT pipelines using tools such as SSIS, ADF, Alteryx, Power Automate, or similar.
• Experience converting OLTP systems into OLAP data warehouses and data marts.
• Knowledge of BI/reporting tools, visualization platforms, and their data consumption patterns (asset). Consulting & Professional Services Experience
• Candidates with consulting experience will be given strong preference.
• Experience delivering technology or data projects in a client-facing consulting environment.
• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships, clarify complex requirements, and facilitate discussions between business and technical teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to structure ambiguous challenges into actionable solution paths.
• Comfortable preparing and delivering presentations, architectural artifacts, and recommendations to clients and executive audiences.
• Experience supporting project scoping, estimation, and proposal development (asset). Personal Attributes
• Self-directed, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Results-driven, with the ability to meet aggressive timelines and manage competing priorities.
• Innovative, dynamic, and entrepreneurial in approach.
• Strong work ethic, energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to professional growth. Education
• University degree in a related field.
Compensation: ·       Salary Range: $110,000-$160,000 annually (subject to negotiation and subject to the candidate meeting the specific skills, experience, education, and qualification requirements)
So, what's next? At Optimus SBR, we're all about creating a space where everyone belongs and can thrive. We're committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming people from all backgrounds. We're proud to back missions like the BlackNorth Initiative to drive real change. Let's build something meaningful together, where your voice matters and fearless ideas can shine.
Accommodation We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations to remove barriers and fully participate in the interview process—such as accessible meeting rooms or captioning for virtual interviews—please let us know. Your needs will be met with respect and confidentiality. We look forward to connecting with you
Vacancy Status: Existing vacancy within our organization.   Submit your application with your resume today While we appreciate all applications, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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