Data Engineering Specialist- Healthcare
WHO WE ARE: Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact - elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers. Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies. Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are: OUR VALUES We care for our team. We care about the impact we have on our community. We serve by solving complex problems. We grow because growth fuels opportunities. We innovate always and everywhere. We build a business that lasts. OVERVIEW OF THE ROLEWe are seeking hands-on Data Engineers to design, build, and scale data pipelines within a complex, Azure-based healthcare environment. These roles are delivery-focused and critical to enabling interoperability, analytics, and AI/ML use cases across diverse data sources.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE: Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure services such as ADF, Databricks, Synapse, and Microsoft FabricIntegrate data from multiple complex sources, including APIs, databases, flat files, and streaming platformsProcess and optimize large-scale datasets for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiencyImplement robust data quality, validation, and monitoring frameworks within pipelinesCollaborate with architects, business analysts, and developers in Agile delivery teamsEnsure data security, privacy, and governance standards are applied in regulated environmentsEnable downstream data consumption for:Analytics and reporting platformsOperational systemsAI/ML workloadsSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE:Required Skills & ExperienceStrong hands-on experience with Azure data services:Azure Data Factory (ADF)DatabricksSynapse Analytics / FabricProficiency in Python and SQLExperience with distributed data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark)Proven track record handling large, complex datasetsExperience building and maintaining production-grade data pipelinesUnderstanding of data integration patterns and ETL/ELT designFamiliarity with data governance, security, and compliance practicesExperience working in Agile environmentsPreferred skills & Experience Experience with healthcare data standards (FHIR, HL7)Exposure to real-time or event-driven architectures:Event Hub, Kafka, or similar technologiesFamiliarity with data lakehouse architecturesExperience supporting AI/ML pipelines and feature engineeringExperience exposing data via APIs or data servicesCertification in Azure or other relevant technologies …AND YOU ARE...Strong builder mindset — comfortable owning pipelines end-to-endPragmatic problem solver who can work with messy, real-world dataAble to balance speed of delivery with quality and governanceEffective collaborator across technical and business teamsComfortable working in a regulated, healthcare-focused environmentEnergized by our company values! MARINER OFFERS YOU:A values-driven workplace where people really matter.Flexible work location Support for remote work/work from home.Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards programComprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health carePaid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days.Unlimited training WHY MARINER? We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions. If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner! To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day. Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community. Join our growing team!