Data Engineer

GbBIS is looking to hire a talented and experienced Data Engineer to join our team in Canada!

As a Data Engineer specializing in geospatial and demographic data at GbBIS, this position will play a crucial role in transforming raw data into valuable insights. The primary responsibilities will involve data acquisition, cleansing, transformation, and integration, with a focus on geospatial and demographic data sources. While experience with Alteryx Designer is preferred, we welcome candidates with similar tools and technologies expertise.

GbBIS is a leading Geographical Digital Mapping company dedicated to leveraging data and technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on the world. We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer with experience in geospatial and demographic data to join our dynamic team.

At GbBIS we are at the forefront of providing Geographic Business Intelligence Solutions that cater to a wide array of industries. Our dedication to innovation and excellence has positioned us as leaders in geospatial software solutions. We are on a mission to empower businesses with the tools they need for insightful decision-making and strategic planning through advanced mapping, demographic analysis, and geographic reporting. GbBIS sits within the GIS portfolio at Valsoft, offering significant career opportunities both within GbBIS, and across the wider Valsoft portfolio of businesses.

Here is a little window into our company: GbBIS was acquired by Valsoft Corp and now operates under the Aspire Software portfolio. Aspire Software, the operational arm of Valsoft Corp, operates and manages Valsoft’s global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Aspire delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio.

The successful candidate will work in a remote work model anywhere in Canada!

What your day will look like:

• Data Acquisition: Identify and source geospatial and demographic datasets from various internal and external sources, ensuring data quality and compliance
• Data Cleansing: Cleanse and preprocess data to remove errors, inconsistencies, and duplicates, ensuring high data quality and reliability
• Data Transformation: Develop and implement data transformation pipelines to convert raw data into structured formats suitable for analysis and reporting
• Geospatial Integration: Work with geospatial data formats, such as shapefiles, GPS coordinates, and map data, to integrate them into our datasets
• Demographic Data Integration: Incorporate demographic data, such as population statistics, age, gender, and income data, into our analytical frameworks
• Database Management: Manage data storage and retrieval systems, including databases, data warehouses, or data lakes
• Collaboration: Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver tailored solutions
• Documentation: Maintain clear and organized documentation of data pipelines, processes, and data sources

About You:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Proven experience in data engineering with a strong emphasis on geospatial and demographic data
• Proficiency in data manipulation and transformation using tools like Alteryx Designer (preferred) or similar ETL tools
• Familiarity with geospatial data formats and tools, such as GIS software, shapefiles, or GPS data
• Experience working with demographic data sources and integrating them into analytical workflows
• Strong SQL skills for data querying and manipulation
• Knowledge of data storage solutions like databases (SQL, NoSQL), data lakes, and data warehouses
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal, is essential
• Legally authorised to work in Canada

For information about GbBIS please visit our website at www.gbbis.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.