Senior Software Developer, Data Governance

Largest fintech company in Canada with over 4 million users managing more than $50 billion in assets, focused on making financial services transparent and low-cost.
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
501 - 1,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior Software Developer, Data Governance

Wealthsimple, Canada's largest fintech company, is seeking a Senior Software Developer for their Data Governance team. This role is part of a new team focused on creating and managing tooling that safeguards, monitors, and governs data across the business. The position offers an opportunity to work end-to-end across the entire stack, driving execution and best practices on impactful tools and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will develop company-wide tooling, including a cutting-edge internal Data Access Request Portal, and lead data mapping initiatives. They will work with technologies such as Python/Flask, React, SQL, and various cloud platforms. The role involves close collaboration with Data, Security, and Infrastructure teams to develop strategies around data observability and monitoring.

Wealthsimple offers an attractive benefits package including competitive salary, health benefits, retirement savings matching, generous vacation policy, and professional development opportunities. The company embraces a remote-first culture with over 1,000 employees across North America and promotes a diverse, inclusive workplace through various Employee Resource Groups.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer passionate about data security and governance to make a significant impact in the financial technology sector. The role combines technical expertise with leadership opportunities, allowing the right candidate to influence the future of secure, Canadian banking while working with cutting-edge technologies and practices.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Developer, Data Governance

  • Develop company-wide tooling including internal Data Access Request Portal
  • Steward release of new tooling and design processes for data mapping initiatives
  • Drive improvements around data retention, deletion requests, and sensitive data identification
  • Partner with Data, Security and Infrastructure teams on data observability and monitoring
  • Collaborate cross-functionally developing software across front-end, back-end and infrastructure

Requirements For Senior Software Developer, Data Governance

Python
React
PostgreSQL
  • Experience across front-end, back-end and infrastructure
  • Proficiency with technologies like Python/Flask, React, SQL, Postgres, Snowflake, Redshift, K8s
  • Experience in end-to-end delivery of highly scalable software
  • Knowledge of industry best practices in data security and governance
  • Collaborative and open approach to communication

Benefits For Senior Software Developer, Data Governance

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • Competitive salary with top-tier health benefits and life insurance
  • Retirement savings matching plan
  • 20 vacation days per year
  • Unlimited sick and mental health days
  • Up to $1,500 per year for wellness
  • Up to $1,500 per year for professional development
  • 90 days international work program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Company-wide wellness days off

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