Description

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so. We are currently seeking for a Lead, Data Operations to join the Enterprise Data team in the Wealth Technology Group at CI Wealth. The Wealth Data team supports the organization through data management, warehousing and consolidation, governance, reporting, and business analytics and insights. The successful candidate will lead the data operations practice and oversee the delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality data services, enabling data-driven strategies across the organization. You will optimize data workflows, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and drive continuous improvements in data quality and accessibility. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with analytics, engineering, and project teams to streamline data pipelines and support reporting and business intelligence needs.
• Oversee data acquisition, validation, integration, and enrichment processes to maintain data readiness, accuracy, and reliability.
• Take ownership of CI/CD pipelines and act as the gatekeeper for scheduled and ad-hoc releases.
• Develop, implement, and maintain data governance policies ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards.
• Implement automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual errors.
• Conduct regular audits and quality checks to ensure data integrity throughout its lifecycle.
• Manage relationships with vendors and stakeholders to ensure service quality and data compliance.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Experience

• 2+ years of professional experience in data operations, with experiences in a lead role, and a strong focus on data management, data quality, and governance.

Education/Training

• Post-secondary degree in a quantitative discipline.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of data pipeline architecture, modern data stack architecture, and cloud-based platforms, including AWS, Snowflake, and other cloud-native solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of data operations framework and models
• Working knowledge of maintaining and troubleshooting CI/CD and data pipelines.
• Experience in developing and maintaining data quality and validation processes.
• Strong knowledge of observability and data lineage implementation to ensure pipeline transparency and monitoring.
• Knowledge and experience with the following tools and concept:
• Workflow orchestration tools – CRON, Apache Airflow, AWS Step Functions
• CI/CD pipelines – Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, CloudFormation, Terraform, Flyway
• Data governance tools and frameworks – Collibra, Atlan, Alation
• Database systems – Snowflake, PostgreSQL, Sybase, MySQL
• Data extraction – SQL, Python, API invocation, CDC
• Data storage repositories – SFTP, AWS S3
• ETL/ ELT tools and workflow – Snowpipe, PySpark, AWS Glue, EMR, AWS Lambda, SCD
• A strong analytical mindset and sophisticated written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in the Financial Services Industry is an asset.
• Ability to work within an organization based upon continuous improvement.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station.
• Equipment Purchase Program.
• Training Reimbursement.
• Paid Professional Designations.
• Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Corporate Discount Program.
• Enhanced group benefits.
• Parental Leave Top–up program.
• Fitness membership discounts.
• Volunteer paid Days.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further. Please submit your resume in confidence by clicking “Apply”. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates (“CI”) are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected], or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.