Data Analyst (remote contract)

Who We Are

PLATO is Canada’s largest Indigenous-owned software testing and technology services company. For nearly 30 years, our expert teams have helped our clients deliver reliable products that users enjoy interacting with.

Our 100% Canada‑based team brings deep experience in QA, software testing, and IT services, along with a shared commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement. We’re a team that shows up for each other, whether that’s tackling complex client challenges or helping colleagues grow through coaching and knowledge‑sharing.

As Canada’s largest Indigenous‑owned software testing company, we’re proud of our roots and our mission to build a stronger, more inclusive technology workforce. At the same time, we warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about quality, teamwork, and making an impact.

Contract Duration: SAP to Dec 31, 2026 and likely to be extended

Security Clearance: Reliability or higher is required at time of application

Summary

We are seeking a Data Analyst to support business transformation initiatives by working closely with stakeholders to convert complex program, operational, and solution data into meaningful insights that enable evidence-based decision-making. This role supports modernization programs and AI/data-driven initiatives through analytics, data quality management, metrics definition, and business insight generation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze program, operational, and solution data to identify trends, validate business outcomes, and support evidence-based decision-making.

• Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Architects, Developers, SMEs, and client stakeholders.

• Develop reports, dashboards, data models, and analytical products to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and program outcomes.

• Support AI and data-driven initiatives through data quality management, metric development, and analytical insights that guide product and business decisions.

• Perform data profiling, modelling, validation, and quality management activities.

• Translate complex data into actionable business insights and recommendations.

• Support program delivery within Agile or Scrum environments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with Data Engineering: including working with data pipelines, data integration, transformation processes, and large datasets to support reporting, analytics, and business decision-making.

• Knowledge of Data Architecture Principles: including understanding of data architecture concepts, including data modelling, data flows, data storage solutions, governance, scalability, and the design of efficient and maintainable data ecosystems.

• Experience using Generative AI: including understanding AI concepts, tools, and use cases, with the ability to analyze data, define metrics, support AI-driven initiatives, and identify opportunities to improve business processes and decision-making through AI-enabled solutions.

• Technical Skills: 2+ years of previous experience with SQL and database querying, Power BI (or similar data visualization and reporting tools) and advanced Excel analysis/modelling.

• Data profiling, modelling, quality management, and validation.

• Statistical analysis and trend identification.

• Understanding of data governance and information management principles.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.

• Requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

• Ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.

• Experience working in Agile or Scrum delivery environments.

Work With Us

At PLATO, we believe that great work happens when people feel supported, connected, and challenged in the right ways. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where experienced professionals share knowledge, mentor others, and contribute to solving complex, real‑world client projects.

We are committed to inclusive hiring practices and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we’re here to support you.

PLATO respectfully acknowledges that we operate on treaty territories, unceded First Nations and Inuit territories, and within Métis homelands. We honour the long history of these lands and actively work toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non‑Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island.