Job Description

Junior Data Engineer

Permanent Full-time

Closes: May 26

Annual Salary ($66,766 - $83,470)

Purpose

The Junior Data Engineer plays a key role in enabling data-driven decision making at Innovation Federal Credit Union. This role supports the design, development, and maintenance of data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions that power reporting, insights, and operational intelligence across the organization.

Working closely with senior data engineers, analysts, and business partners, the Junior Data Engineer helps ensure data is accurate, accessible, secure, and fit for purpose—supporting Innovation’s digital strategy and our commitment to simplifying banking for all Canadians.

Education & Experience

• Completion of a post-secondary diploma or degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field
• 0–2 years of experience in a data, analytics, or technical role (co-op or internship experience considered an asset)
• Foundational knowledge of data concepts including databases, ETL/ELT processes, and data modeling
• Experience or exposure to SQL and relational databases
• Familiarity with data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• High attention to detail with an appreciation for data quality and integrity
• Comfortable learning and working with new technologies in a fast-changing environment

Principal Responsibilities / Accountabilities

Thriving Teams

• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to support data initiatives
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive team environment aligned with Innovation’s values
• Actively participate in learning, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues

Member Obsessed

• Support the delivery of data solutions that enhance member experience and service delivery
• Ensure data supports accurate, timely insights that benefit members and internal teams alike
• Understand how data products ultimately support member outcomes and organizational goals

Digitalization

• Assist in building, maintaining, and optimizing data pipelines and integrations
• Support data ingestion, transformation, and validation processes
• Contribute to the development of analytics-ready datasets and semantic models
• Leverage modern data and cloud platforms to improve efficiency and scalability

Financial Strength

• Support accurate and reliable reporting through high-quality data practices
• Assist in automating data processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
• Contribute to analytics and insights that support sound financial and operational decisions
• Maintain documentation to ensure sustainability and knowledge sharing

Risk

• Follow data governance, privacy, and security standards
• Support data accuracy, lineage, and consistency across systems
• Identify and escalate data quality issues or risks in a timely manner
• Contribute to responsible handling of sensitive and confidential information

Technical Skills (Developing / Learning)

• SQL and relational databases
• Data integration and transformation concepts
• Power BI or similar analytics tools
• Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Excel, Teams, Power Platform exposure an asset)
• Ability to write clear documentation and technical notes

Corporate Values

• Accountability – We take ownership
• Integrity – We do the right thing
• Respect – We value people and perspectives

About Us

Hi! We’re Innovation Federal Credit Union Our purpose is to simplify banking for all Canadians. With our values of Accountability, Integrity, and Respect, we’re continuously evolving to better serve our members and employees.

As one of only three federal credit unions in Canada, we are proudly rooted in Saskatchewan with a growing national footprint. Made in Sask. Built for Canada.

What Sets Us Apart

• Commitment to Community: $1.1 million invested in local organizations last year
• Diversity & Inclusion: Nearly 22% of InnovationNation identifies as part of a designated group
• Day-One Benefits:
  • 7% employer-matched pension
  • Extended health and wellness benefits
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Preferred staff loan rates

In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work on the traditional territories of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples. We are grateful to live, work, and grow on these lands now known as Canada.

The Junior Data Engineer plays a key role in enabling data-driven decision making at Innovation Federal Credit Union. This role supports the design, development, and maintenance of data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions that power reporting, insights, and operational intelligence across the organization.

Working closely with senior data engineers, analysts, and business partners, the Junior Data Engineer helps ensure data is accurate, accessible, secure, and fit for purpose—supporting Innovation’s digital strategy and our commitment to simplifying banking for all Canadians.