Data Architect, Internal Firm Services

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our National Office is looking for a Data Architect to join the Enterprise Architecture team and own the following responsibilities:

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of the end-to-end data platform including data architecture, data integration, data modeling, data governance, business intelligence, etc. to ensure alignment to the overall business requirements.

• Provide technical oversight and recommendations on the current data platform extending across both cloud and on-premise environments.

• Work directly with stakeholders to obtain knowledge of objectives, challenges, and requirements regarding the data platform.

• Actively participate as a member of the Data Governance committee.

• Present proposed solutions to the Technical Review Committee as well as articulate and communicate designs to stakeholders.

• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, Data Engineering, Development, and Project Management teams to support the delivery of data driven initiatives.

• Understand and adhere to BDO IT’s standards for building and implementing technology solutions.

• Communicate work progress, task updates, and other relevant information to project stakeholders, business, end-user community, and management.

• Develop, contribute, and update technical documentation for standards, policies/procedures, solutions design, product handovers for new and existing technology deployments.

• Understand technology deliverables and challenges. Provide technical designs, architectural consulting expertise, direction, and resolution assistance.

• Conduct research, information gathering, and evaluation of emerging technologies, industry, and trends in support of the data platform, data governance, and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and technology flexibility.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration

• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work.

• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients.

• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent.

• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace.

• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

• Post-secondary degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

• 5+ years’ experience in the design and implementation of modern data architectures at an enterprise scale.

• Experience supporting data architectures and data management concepts/processes such as data mesh, date lake, data lakehouse, data warehouse, etc.

• Experience working with ETL/ELT tools such as Azure Data Factory and Databricks Notebooks as well as data science programming languages such as Python, SQL, etc.

• Experience deploying data solutions in ‘Big Data’ platforms (Azure preferred).

• Experience working with data warehousing and data platforms such as Azure Synapse, Databricks, Azure Data Lake storage, Analysis Services, etc.

• Experience working with data manipulation and visualization tools such as Power BI.

• Strong knowledge of data modeling principles following established methodologies.

• Strong knowledge of data governance framework principles.

• Strong knowledge of data security, data masking, and anonymization technologies/methodologies.

• Strong knowledge of ensuring data security, privacy, and compliance with global data protection regulations like GDPR, PIPEDA, HIPAA, etc.

• Strong knowledge of SQL and database design concepts.

• Strong knowledge of Master Data Management (MDM) concepts and solutions.

• Familiar with standard DevOps processes for supporting data platforms.

• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and organization skills.

• Experience working in a professional services industry is considered an asset.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.

• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.

• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

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