Data Engineer Specialist

Requisition ID: 244187

Thanks for your interest in ScotiaTech, Scotiabank's new and innovative Technology hub in Bogota.

Join a purpose driven winning team that promotes creativity and innovation in a fast-paced environment, where we're always committed to results, in an inclusive, diverse, and high-performing culture.

Purpose

The Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to support the creation of scalable data products. Reporting to the Senior Data Engineer, this role focuses on implementing robust and efficient data solutions to enable data-driven decision-making and support business objectives.

Accountabilities 

o    Build and maintain data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes on GCP to ensure reliable and efficient data flow for data products. 
o    Collaborate with the Senior Data Engineer and cross-functional teams (e.g., Data Scientists, Product Managers) to understand requirements and deliver high-quality data solutions. 
o    Implement data models, schemas, and transformations to support analytics and reporting needs. 
o    Ensure data quality, integrity, and performance by monitoring and optimizing data pipelines. 
o    Adhere to data governance, security, and compliance standards within GCP environments. 
o    Troubleshoot and resolve issues in data pipelines to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency. 
o    Contribute to the adoption of best practices and tools for data engineering, including documentation and testing. 
o    Stay updated on GCP services and data engineering trends to enhance pipeline capabilities.

Reporting Relationships

Primary Manager: Director, Technology & Modernization 
Direct Reports:    NA
Shared Reports (solid/dotted if applicable):    NA

Dimensions NA

Education / Experience / Other Information (include only those that are specific to the role)

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. 
Experience: 
3+ years of experience in data engineering, with hands-on expertise in building data pipelines on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). 
Proficiency with GCP tools such as BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, or Cloud Composer. 
Strong skills in programming languages like Python or Java and advanced SQL for data processing. 
Experience with data modeling, schema design, and data warehousing concepts. 
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and basic CI/CD practices is a plus. 
Understanding of data governance and security practices in cloud environments. 
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 
Effective communication skills to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Competencies

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence

Location(s):  Colombia : Bogota : Bogota

ScotiaTech is a business unit within ScotiaGBS, a Scotiabank Group company located in Bogota, Colombia. The ScotiaTech hub was created to support different technology systems and processes of the Bank. We offer an inclusive, positive work environment, and competitive benefits.

At ScotiaTech, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at ScotiaTech; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.