Job Title: Senior Data Scientist
Job Category: Data Science & Analytics
Location: Toronto, ON
Job Type: Contract
Experience: 3–9 Years
Pay Rate: CAD $600–$900 per day
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to analyze complex datasets, develop data-driven insights, and support enterprise data management initiatives using Azure Data Platform, SQL Server, Power BI, and Informatica IDMC.
Required Qualifications
3–9 years of relevant experience in data science, analytics, data management, or data engineering.
Strong SQL Server and SQL development skills.
Experience with Azure Data Platform and enterprise data processing.
Experience with Power BI report and dashboard development.
Knowledge of Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) and enterprise data management capabilities.
Strong understanding of metadata management, data lineage, and data quality.
Experience with data catalog and data marketplace concepts.
Proficiency in data analysis, data validation, and troubleshooting.
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience supporting enterprise data governance and data quality initiatives.
Experience working with large datasets and cross-functional technical teams.
Relevant Azure, Power BI, or Informatica certifications.
Responsibilities
Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and actionable insights.
Develop and optimize SQL queries, data transformations, and analytical workflows.
Work with Azure Data Platform services to support data integration, processing, and analysis.
Implement data quality checks, validation rules, and monitoring processes.
Manage and improve metadata, data lineage, and data catalog documentation.
Use Informatica IDMC and related tools to support enterprise data management and governance.
Support the implementation and maintenance of data catalogs and data marketplaces.
Design, develop, and optimize Power BI dashboards, reports, and analytical visualizations.
Collaborate with data engineers, data architects, governance teams, and business stakeholders to define data requirements.
Investigate data discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
Establish reusable data validation procedures, documentation standards, and analytical practices.
Ensure data processing and reporting activities follow security, privacy, and governance requirements.
Present findings and recommendations to technical teams and business stakeholders.
Expected Deliverables
Analytical datasets and SQL-based data transformations.
Data quality assessments and validation reports.
Data catalog, metadata, and lineage documentation.
Power BI dashboards and business reports.
Data analysis findings and recommendations.
Documentation supporting enterprise data governance initiatives.