Cloud Platforms and Data Lead

Send some details about yourself, including your interest in working at Windmill, relevant experience, and your resume to Windmill Microlending enables immigrants and refugees to build careers in Canada while reducing poverty and labour shortages. We do this by offering affordable loans along with career assessment coaching, financial literacy training, and mentorship for newcomers who lack access to mainstream credit. Since 2005, Windmill has provided over 13,500 loans to clients in healthcare, IT, financial services, law, engineering, and many other fields to triple their incomes as a result of our affordable loans and support. Windmill is a registered Canadian charity supported by donations and community bonds from the private sector and grants from the public sector. At Windmill, you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of thousands of newcomers. Join a diverse, dynamic team at a leading Canadian not-for-profit where empowering our clients starts with creating an enjoyable workplace for our staff. Our commitment to a fulfilling environment is evident in our 85+% average employee engagement scores on our annual survey. The role We are seeking a Cloud Platforms & Data Lead to join our Technology Operations team. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, this role will focus on advancing our cloud platforms, data environment, business intelligence, and AI/ML initiatives, while collaborating closely with the System Architect on systems architecture and integrations. This is a hands‑on leadership position: you will guide a small technical team while directly contributing to design, implementation, and delivery. You will play a key role in executing the CIO’s technology strategy, ensuring our data and cloud platforms are reliable, scalable, and aligned with organizational priorities. Our team operates in an agile environment, so flexibility, iteration, and collaboration are essential. Key responsibilities Data platform engineering & enablement (40%) Support the execution of the CIO’s strategy for the data warehouse (BigQuery) as the trusted single source of truth. Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines (dbt, Airflow, etc.) to integrate data from multiple systems. Improve data quality, consistency, and governance through technical solutions and frameworks. Provide well‑structured, reliable datasets to enable BI, analytics, and decision‑making. AI, machine learning & advanced analytics (25%) Partner with the CIO and business stakeholders to identify and implement AI/ML opportunities. Integrate AI solutions into existing systems and workflows to improve outcomes and automation. Ensure AI/ML use is ethical, secure, and compliant with organizational standards. Support advanced analytics initiatives to enable predictive and data‑driven decision‑making. Cloud platforms & systems integration (20%) Build and manage system integrations across CRMs, SaaS platforms, and operational systems. Collaborate with the System Architect to ensure cloud and data solutions align with broader architecture. Contribute to automation efforts that improve scalability, resilience, and security. Report directly to the CIO, providing progress updates and supporting technology decision‑making. Meet with organizational leaders (Finance, Compliance, Client Success, etc.) to provide technical updates and ensure alignment with business needs. Manage and mentor a small technical team, fostering growth in cloud, data, and AI skills. Contribute to agile ways of working, including sprint planning, stand‑ups, and retrospectives. Maintain clear documentation for data models, integrations, and AI/cloud solutions. This is a unique opportunity to: Execute the CIO’s technology strategy by advancing cloud, data, and AI capabilities. Partner with the System Architect to ensure cloud and data solutions align with broader systems architecture. Lead a small, agile team while staying hands‑on in design and delivery. Collaborate with leaders across the organization, ensuring data and technology enable business priorities. Help shape the future of the organization’s digital transformation journey. Qualifications and knowledge 7+ years of progressive experience in cloud engineering, data engineering, or systems architecture 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Google Cloud Platform services (BigQuery, Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub, IAM, Cloud Storage) Hands‑on experience with ETL/ELT pipelines and orchestration tools (dbt, Airflow, etc.) Demonstrated ability to improve data quality, consistency, and governance Exposure to AI/ML platforms and tools (development, integration, or implementation) Experience with BI/visualization tools (Looker, Sisense, Preset, or equivalent) Familiarity with systems integration, APIs, and event‑driven architectures Understanding of cloud security and compliance best practices Leadership experience managing or mentoring small technical teams Compensation and benefits Starting salary range $100,000-$115,000 annually, based on skills and experience required for the role Full‑time position, 40 hours/week Hybrid work solution with a minimum two (2) days in the office Three weeks’ vacation, plus a company‑wide winter break Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours due to meetings or events Benefits plan – medical, dental, short & long‑term disability, and life insurance Annual Wellness Budget to support personal well‑being Access to Group RSP with matching employer contributions Evolving DEI initiatives – our staff is representative of our client base Opportunities for advancement in a supportive and inclusive environment How to apply: We thank all candidates in advance. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview. To apply, please submit, in confidence, a résumé, design portfolio and a cover letter that sets out your interest in the role and highlights your relevant experience. Please include your salary expectations in your cover letter. The preferred method of application is via email to (reference: Cloud Platforms and Data Lead ). Windmill Microlending is an equal‑opportunity employer. Adhering to Canada’s Human Rights Act, Windmill grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, colour, gender identity or expression, disability, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, ethnic origin, age, or place of origin. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an active participant in the Federal Government’s 50‑30 Challenge, we are committed to building a more diverse, inclusive, and vibrant economic future for Canadians by attaining gender parity and significant representation of underrepresented groups on our board and in senior management positions. Join our team See an opportunity that interests you?Send some details about yourself, including your interest in working at Windmill,relevant experience, and your resume to Fraud alert: Beware of individuals or accounts falsely claiming to represent Windmill Microlending. We never request personal information or payments through social media or messaging apps. Please verify all communication via our official channels ending with "@teamwindmill.org", "@equipelemoulin.org" or contact us via verified information available on our website if you are unsure. #J-18808-Ljbffr