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Senior AWS Data Engineer at Adastra in CA-ON-Markham
Job Description
Senior AWS Data Engineer
Overview
Lead AWS Data Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a Lead AWS Data Engineer to join a data enablement and AI-focused initiative supporting a leading global institutional investment organization. The role will be responsible for designing and implementing secure, scalable, and governed AWS data solutions, with a strong focus on modern data lake technologies, fine-grained data access controls, and enterprise data engineering best practices. The successful candidate will work closely with data, cloud, and AI teams to deliver reliable data platforms that support critical investment and business functions
Primary Location: New York City/ Toronto
Work Model: Hybrid – 3-Days Onsite
Employment Type: Contract – 3 Months
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, develop, and maintain scalable data engineering solutions on AWS
Build and manage data lakes using AWS Lake Formation, AWS Glue Data Catalog, Apache Iceberg, and Amazon Athena
Implement fine-grained data access controls including LF-Tags, row-level security, column-level security, and data filtering
Develop, optimize, and maintain data processing pipelines using Python and PySpark
Write complex and efficient SQL queries for data transformation, analysis, and validation
Configure and manage Amazon Athena Workgroups and related data access mechanisms
Use Terraform to automate infrastructure provisioning and management following Infrastructure-as-Code best practices
Collaborate with data, cloud, and AI teams to deliver secure and reliable enterprise data solutions
Apply best practices for data governance, security, scalability, performance, and maintainability
Troubleshoot and optimize data platforms and pipelines to ensure reliability and performance
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Proven experience as a Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience designing and implementing AWS data solutions
Strong experience with AWS Lake Formation, AWS Glue Data Catalog, and Amazon Athena
Hands-on experience building and managing modern cloud-based data lakes
Strong knowledge of Apache Iceberg and modern data lake architectures
Demonstrated experience implementing fine-grained data access controls, including LF-Tags, row-level security, column-level security, and data filtering
Strong programming skills in Python and PySpark
Advanced SQL skills, including complex data transformation and analytical queries
Hands-on experience with Amazon Athena Workgroups and data access mechanisms
Strong experience with Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code practices
Experience designing secure, scalable, and governed enterprise data platforms
Strong understanding of data governance, security, performance, and maintainability best practices
Ability to collaborate effectively with data engineering, cloud, AI, and other cross-functional teams
NICE TO HAVE
Experience working in financial services, investment management, or other highly regulated enterprise environments
Experience supporting data and AI-focused initiatives
Experience with additional AWS analytics and data services
Experience working with enterprise data governance frameworks
Previous experience in a technical lead or senior engineering capacity
ABOUT ADASTRA
Adastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation, helping organizations lead with artificial intelligence—responsibly, strategically, and at scale. With over 25 years of experience, Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation, operational excellence, and smart customer engagement.
Trusted by some of the world’s most prominent brands, Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy, robust governance, and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution, Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI, data and cloud journey—building future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable, lasting impact.
Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services, automotive, manufacturing, technology, media and telecom (TMT), healthcare, retail, and professional services. The company employs more than 2,000 professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia.
WHAT WE OFFER
Successful referral program
The opportunity to work with one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies
Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.
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