Senior Data Scientist - Toronto& ON - MSON
- Full-time
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
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3–9 years of relevant experience in data science, analytics, data management, or data engineering.
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Strong SQL Server and SQL development skills.
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Experience with Azure Data Platform and enterprise data processing.
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Experience with Power BI report and dashboard development.
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Knowledge of Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) and enterprise data management capabilities.
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Strong understanding of metadata management, data lineage, and data quality.
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Experience with data catalog and data marketplace concepts.
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Proficiency in data analysis, data validation, and troubleshooting.
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Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor's or master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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Experience supporting enterprise data governance and data quality initiatives.
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Experience working with large datasets and cross-functional technical teams.
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Relevant Azure, Power BI, or Informatica certifications.
Responsibilities
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Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and actionable insights.
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Develop and optimize SQL queries, data transformations, and analytical workflows.
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Work with Azure Data Platform services to support data integration, processing, and analysis.
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Implement data quality checks, validation rules, and monitoring processes.
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Manage and improve metadata, data lineage, and data catalog documentation.
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Use Informatica IDMC and related tools to support enterprise data management and governance.
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Support the implementation and maintenance of data catalogs and data marketplaces.
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Design, develop, and optimize Power BI dashboards, reports, and analytical visualizations.
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Collaborate with data engineers, data architects, governance teams, and business stakeholders to define data requirements.
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Investigate data discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
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Establish reusable data validation procedures, documentation standards, and analytical practices.
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Ensure data processing and reporting activities follow security, privacy, and governance requirements.
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Present findings and recommendations to technical teams and business stakeholders.
Expected Deliverables
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Analytical datasets and SQL-based data transformations.
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Data quality assessments and validation reports.
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Data catalog, metadata, and lineage documentation.
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Power BI dashboards and business reports.
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Data analysis findings and recommendations.
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Documentation supporting enterprise data governance initiatives.