illumin is hiring a Data Operations Engineer

illumin is a leading technology company that provides marketers with a one-stop solution for omnichannel digital advertising with best-of-category return on advertising spend. Our journey automation technology, illumin™, offers planning, buying and real-time intelligence from one platform. With proprietary Artificial Intelligence, illumin™ brings unique programmatic capabilities to close the gap between advertising planning and execution. illumin is headquartered in Toronto with offices throughout Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Latin America. For more information, visit illumin.com and check out our Life @ illumin video here!

We are seeking a skilled Data Operations Engineer to join our existing Infrastructure & Operations team. As a Data Operations Engineer, you will play a crucial role in managing, optimizing, and ensuring the reliability of our data infrastructure. Working closely with a team of DevOps Engineers, Network Engineers, and DBAs, you will contribute to the smooth functioning of our data systems. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data operations, possesses excellent troubleshooting skills, and is passionate about delivering high-quality data services.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the day-to-day operations of our data infrastructure, including data ingestion, processing, storage, and retrieval systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements, design efficient data workflows, and ensure data quality and integrity.
• Implement and maintain monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and resolve data-related issues, ensuring the smooth functioning of data pipelines and services.
• Conduct performance tuning and optimization of data systems, identifying bottlenecks and implementing necessary improvements.
• Define and implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies for our data systems.
• Automate data operations processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability, utilizing appropriate tools and frameworks.
• Implement and maintain data security measures and compliance standards to protect sensitive data and ensure regulatory requirements are met.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineers to address their data needs and provide technical support for data-related inquiries and requests.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices in data operations to drive innovation and improve the overall data infrastructure.
• Participate in incident response and troubleshooting efforts, investigating and resolving data-related issues and outages in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain documentation, standard operating procedures, and best practices for data operations and infrastructure management.

• 3+ years of experience in data operations, database administration, or a related role.
• Strong knowledge and experience with data technologies such as data ingestion tools, data processing frameworks, databases (relational and NoSQL), and data storage systems.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, SQL or similar) for scripting and automation.
• Experience with data orchestration tools and workflow management systems.
• Solid understanding of data monitoring, alerting, and logging systems.
• Familiarity with data security best practices and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of big data frameworks and tools (e.g., Kafka, Hadoop, Spark) and distributed computing principles.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and data cataloging tools.
• Experience with stream processing frameworks (e.g., Kafka, Apache Flink).
• Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and data exploration techniques.
• Understanding of DevOps and Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience working in these environments.

If you are a motivated and proactive individual with a strong passion for data operations and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and contribute to the success of our data-driven initiatives while shaping the future of our data infrastructure.

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DISCLAIMER

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this position. However, the actual responsibilities, duties, qualifications, and experience may vary. The Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Information contained in this job posting/description is subject to change.

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

illumin is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our people and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all our people in maintaining an environment with mutual respect by and for all our employees and applicants.

All employment decisions at illumin are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed (religion), place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, political belief, physical or mental disability, receipt of public assistance, or irrelevant record of the offence.

illumin provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact us by e-mail at TalentAcquisition@illumin.com. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are in place during the recruitment and selection process and before you begin your journey with us.

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