Data Specialist Python /SQL/Azure

Job description

Position Description:

Location: Montreal
Main Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of Python libraries and applications.
Contribute to the migration and reengineering of existing datamart solutions to the new Snowflake platform.
Contribute to the development of Azure solutions and/or the migration of existing solutions to the Cloud.
Work closely with business analysts to identify and understand the sourcing of data from the systems as well as business rules that intervene in analytical solutions.
Write technical documentation and support the development team for activities related to the solutions.
Contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of complex business intelligence solutions.
Understand the enterprise architecture and follow the best practices in business intelligence and data.
Collaborate and share ideas with the communities of practice.
Ensure quality in the delivery and documentation of development activities, including rigorous testing.
Provide guidance to team members in the development of solutions according to the development patterns and solution design while contributing to team effectiveness.
Academic Background
Hold a bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, statistics or mathematics and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a technical role.
Seniority
Intermediate or SeniorExperience
3-5+ years of experience in Python programming and strong knowledge of SQL
Experience with cloud frameworks and the complete stack of Microsoft Azure (Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Service Bus, Event Hub, Event Grid, App Insights, Key Vault).
Experience building REST APIs.
Experience with multiple programming paradigms (OOD, Functional Programming, …)
Experience with design patterns and solution design.
Experience with code optimisation.
Experience in an agile delivery team, preferably with Scrum.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Behaviors)
Knowledge of public & private markets investments is an asset.
Knowledge of Azure DevOps and Power BI is an asset.
Knowledge in advanced analytics and machine learning is an asset.
Understanding of quantitative processes such as data preparation and back testing is an asset.
Understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies.
Excellent French and English language (spoken and written) communication skills.
Knowledge of public markets, private markets, investment operations, investment accounting and investment analytics is an asset.
General Competencies
Be fluent in French and English.
Adopt effective communications practices, both written and spoken.
Adopt active listening practices.
Be open-minded and inclusive.
Respect differences of opinion and stay productive through such differences of opinion.
Be results-oriented and customer satisfaction-focused.
Navigate a fast-paced and challenging environment with a high level of autonomy, motivation and dynamism.
Embrace change and adapt to a rapidly evolving environment.
Show eagerness to learn, ideate and innovate.
Work collaboratively, cultivating meaningful relationships with team members and partners.
Be one with the team: demonstrate excellent team spirit.
Use your analytical skills and adopt a structured approach.
Demonstrate initiative and curiosity to look under the surface and conduct comprehensive, fact-based research.
Pursue excellence and be able to question the status quo and seek out alternative perspectives.
Be quality-oriented in your execution and delivery, including rigorous approach to analysis, testing and documentation.
Adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.

Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position due to the nature of the function, which requires interaction with national and international customers.

Skills:

·  Python
·  RESTful (Rest-APIs)
·  SQL

What you can expect from us:

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