Senior Manager, Data Platforms

Senior Manager, Data Platforms Rogers Communications Overview Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind – connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. We support 30 million Canadians each month through a robust portfolio that champions leading‑edge technology. We drive large‑scale, complex, high‑visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. Who We're Looking For We’re seeking a strategic and hands‑on professional to lead the evolution of our cloud‑based data infrastructure. In this role, you’ll define and execute a forward‑thinking DevOps strategy, champion automation and platform modernization, and guide a high‑performing team through Agile delivery cycles. Collaborate across architecture, governance, and cybersecurity teams to ensure our platforms are scalable, secure, and optimized for performance. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and have deep expertise in Azure, Databricks, Snowflake and modern data engineering tools. What You’ll Do Define and evolve the DevOps strategy for enterprise data platforms. Maintain and communicate a roadmap for platform capabilities and modernization. Lead implementation and optimization of CI/CD pipelines across Azure, Databricks, and Snowflake. Champion Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerization, and automated deployment practices. Drive continuous improvements in platform reliability, scalability, and performance. Manage a high‑performing team of platform administrators and data engineers. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Oversee SRE activities including observability, cost optimization, and incident response. Ensure platform stability, compliance, and performance against defined KPIs. Partner with architecture, governance, cybersecurity, and DevOps teams to evaluate and implement new technologies. Lead Agile ceremonies and ensure DevOps practices align with Agile principles. Support sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative delivery of platform enhancements. Guide the implementation of data engineering solutions using ADF, PySpark, and other modern tools. Ensure robust integration of relational and NoSQL databases within the platform. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. 5+ years of experience in DevOps, including at least 3 years in a leadership role. Proven experience with CI/CD tools and practices in cloud environments (Azure, Databricks, Snowflake). Strong understanding of DevOps processes, automation, and platform engineering principles. Hands‑on experience with data engineering tools like ADF, PySpark, and orchestration frameworks. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP); certifications are a plus. Familiarity with relational (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) databases. Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating across cross‑functional teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Cloud certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer). Experience with observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog). Exposure to data governance and security frameworks. Schedule and Location Full time; Shift Day; 8200 Dixie Road (101), Brampton, ON; Travel Requirements None. Other Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check. Additional checks such as credit and driver’s abstract may be required. All candidates are considered. We work with candidates experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure the best possible experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr