About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our Data Cognition Team at BMO Capital Markets. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain robust data infrastructure and scalable platforms that enable advanced analytics and machine learning across Investment Banking and Global Markets. You will collaborate with AI engineers and data scientists to deliver high-quality, data-centric solutions that empower business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines for ingesting, processing, and storing large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
- Implement distributed data processing solutions using technologies such as Spark, Kafka, and cloud-native services.
- Ensure data integrity, reliability, and high availability in mission-critical workloads.
- Model and design databases and data architectures to support advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI applications.
- Develop and maintain ETL processes for transforming and loading data from diverse sources.
- Deploy data infrastructure and distributed computing environments in the cloud using containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Monitor, benchmark, and tune data processing applications for optimal performance and scalability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver tailored data solutions.
- Implement robust testing, observability, and monitoring solutions to maintain system health and performance.
- Stay current with technology trends, best practices, and industry standards in data engineering and platform development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative discipline.
- Strong programming skills in Python, Scala, or Java, with a passion for learning new technologies.
- Expertise in distributed computing, stream processing, and application development using Spark and Kafka.
- Proficiency in data modeling, database design, and ETL processes.
- Experience deploying data solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills for collaboration with technical and business stakeholders.
- Financial domain knowledge: familiarity with investment banking concepts, trading strategies, and financial data formats (e.g., time series, tick data).
- Experience with Generative AI or Agentic AI technologies, including integration into data-driven solutions.
Skills
- Python
- Scala
- Java
- Spark
- Kafka
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Generative AI
- Agentic AI
Location
- 100 King Street West
Work Type
- Salaried
Education Level
- Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative discipline.
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000-$120,000 CAD
Benefits
- health insurance
- tuition reimbursement
- accident and life insurance
- retirement savings plans
About the Company
- BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service North American-based financial services provider, with over 2,700 professionals in 30 locations around the world, including 20 offices in North America, offering corporate, institutional and government clients access to a complete range of investment and corporate banking products and services. BMO Capital Markets is a member of BMO Financial Group (NYSE, TSX: BMO), one of the largest diversified financial services providers in North America with US$1.0 trillion total assets and approximately 54,000 employees as of January 31, 2025.
- At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
- As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
Equal Opportunity
- BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
