Data Engineer

Job Information
Job Title: Data Engineer 
Job Requisition ID: 65141
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent 
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date Until suitable candidate is found
Classification: Systems Analyst 3 – Opted out and excluded
Salary: $3,119.50 to $4,237.85 bi-weekly ($81,419 - $110,608/year)
 

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Alberta Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services (PSES) ensures that Alberta communities safe and secure, and our province is prepared for and resilient to the impacts of disasters. The ministry works alongside partners in law enforcement, justice, health, and social services, to support a fair and accessible criminal justice system that reflects the unique needs of Albertans. To learn more about PSES follow this link: https://www.alberta.ca/public-safety-and-emergency-services 
 

The Modernization, IMT, and Research Branch provides data, research, and evaluation, and IMT services to support evidence-based decision making in the Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services. The branch reports data for business operations, assesses the effectiveness, efficiency, and implications of programs and services, links data systems, transforms data into insights, and generates new knowledge and data innovation to drive PSES and its partners forward.

Role Responsibilities

Empowering Public Safety Through Data

Are you a systems thinker passionate about building the tools and infrastructure that drive impactful decisions? Do you thrive on connecting and analyzing data to reveal trends and deliver actionable insights? Imagine using your skills to create a safer, more resilient Alberta. If this excites you, join the Data Analytics & GIS Unit within the Modernization, IMT, and Research Branch!

Your Role

• As a Data Engineer, you’ll design and maintain robust data systems that power decision-making across Alberta’s criminal justice and emergency services systems. From integrating diverse datasets to processing spatial and GIS data, your work will ensure data is accessible, reliable, and actionable.
• Collaborating with our Data Scientist and analysts, you will:
• Build and optimize data pipelines and infrastructure to support advanced analytics.
• Enable data integration across structured, unstructured, and spatial datasets.
• Develop scalable solutions that support data visualization, dashboards, and interactive tools.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver data solutions that matter.

Your Expertise
To excel in this role, you bring:

• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and platforms like Hadoop, Snowflake, Databricks, and FME.
• Experience with large-scale data systems, data linking, and data visualization.
• Knowledge of GIS platforms and spatial data analysis.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• A growth mindset and a passion for using data to solve real-world problems.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

• Drive for Results - Strong project coordination and management skills, including ability to assess priorities, coordinate diverse projects and make optimal use of resources to achieve outcomes.
• Systems Thinking - Strong strategic orientation, including ability to conceptualize and support a common vision/direction.
• Agility - Work in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• A university degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years experience in data administration and systems architecture.

Equivalencies 
A related two-year diploma in computer technology or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution and six years related experience; or a related one-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and seven years related experience 

Assets:

• Experience in ETL/ELT development.
• Experience in data warehousing and developing data pipelines.
• Experience using SQL.
• Experience in cloud and on premises technology, applications, and usage.

Candidates are required to submit a cover letter outlining how their background and experience aligns with this role.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards

Notes

• Office will be located in Edmonton at the John E Brownlee Building, 10365 97 St. 
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time)
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am to 4:30 pm)

Other Application Information:

• A cover letter is required, outlining how your experience directly relates to this role. Cover letters should be no longer than one page. Your cover letter will be used as a screening tool to help determine your ability to communicate in a professional and concise manner. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. 
• In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, full-time, co-op placement or internship. For example: January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs shifts/week).
• Final candidates may be required to undergo an assessment.
• This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.
   

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
 

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Manisha Seneviratne at Manisha.Seneviratne@gov.ab.ca