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Company DescriptionAt Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.Job DescriptionMLSE Digital Labs is seeking a highly motivated Lead Integration Engineer to join the Digital Labs team. This role will focus on building and managing business-critical integrations and work closely with the Manager of Data Operations to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient integration solutions.Develop and deploy data and application integration solutions using modern DevOps practices, primarily with Informatica Cloud IICS.Design and build robust data ingestion pipelines to ingest data from various sources, including APIs, databases, web services, files, and streaming platforms.Support and maintain existing integrations to ensure stability, performance, and reliability.Explore, design, and implement integration solutions using AWS Glue, Glue Data Catalog, Athena, and Lake Formation for data integration, cataloging, and query workflows.Build and manage real-time and batch integration workflows using AWS Lambda and containerized services in ECR and EKS.Collaborate with the team to evaluate and integrate alternative orchestration tools like Apache Airflow or Dagster when required.Contribute to the team’s technical vision by identifying and implementing new tools and technologies that enhance scalability, security, and performance.Establish best practices, standards, and a department-wide body of knowledge on integration engineering.Provide technical leadership in solution design, including high-level planning, exploration of alternatives, and sizing estimates.Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering growth and encouraging technical excellence.Partner cross-functionally with teams such as Infrastructure, Data Analytics, and CRM to ensure seamless integration within the existing landscape.Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and Agile ceremonies to deliver solutions on schedule.Before going through the qualifications please understand that we are flexible! If you feel you have other expertise/experience that would make you a good fit, please apply, and tell us why in a cover letter.QualificationsNote: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience.  We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.Proven experience integrating data from business systems such as POS, ERP, Salesforce, and other enterprise platforms.Demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end integration projects, from requirements gathering to deployment.Strong analytical mindset and eagerness to build both technical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.Awareness of emerging technologies and integration methodologies, with a passion for continuous learning.Solid understanding of software development practices, including SDLC, source control (GitHub), code reviews, CI/CD, testing, and release management.Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.Technical Qualifications:Extensive experience with Informatica Cloud IICS, including Application Integration (CAI), Data Integration (CDI), and Mass Ingestion tools.Proficiency with AWS Glue, Glue Data Catalog, Athena, and Lake Formation for data integration and transformation pipelines.Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda for event-driven workflows and containerized workloads in EKS and ECR.Experience orchestrating workflows with tools like Apache Airflow or Dagster.Strong knowledge of integration patterns, web services, and technologies such as REST, SOAP, GraphQL, XML, and WebSocket.Hands-on experience with relational SQL databases like MSSQL and PostgreSQL.Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, Golang, or C#.Experience with real-time and batch integration methodologies.Working knowledge of messaging and streaming platforms such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.Experience with source control tools such as GitHub.Additional InformationApply by: January 24th, 2025Experience the thrill of the Sports & Entertainment industry in a flexible (hybrid) work environment that supports employee wellbeing.As a part of our recruitment process AI may be utilized to: screen applications, assess qualifications, and enhance candidate selection. We remain committed to ensuring a fair and equitable hiring experience for all candidates.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization.We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. #LI-DNP

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Company Description

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose – to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

Job Description

MLSE Digital Labs is seeking a highly motivated Lead Integration Engineer to join the Digital Labs team. This role will focus on building and managing business-critical integrations and work closely with the Manager of Data Operations to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient integration solutions.

  • Develop and deploy data and application integration solutions using modern DevOps practices, primarily with Informatica Cloud IICS.
  • Design and build robust data ingestion pipelines to ingest data from various sources, including APIs, databases, web services, files, and streaming platforms.
  • Support and maintain existing integrations to ensure stability, performance, and reliability.
  • Explore, design, and implement integration solutions using AWS Glue, Glue Data Catalog, Athena, and Lake Formation for data integration, cataloging, and query workflows.
  • Build and manage real-time and batch integration workflows using AWS Lambda and containerized services in ECR and EKS.
  • Collaborate with the team to evaluate and integrate alternative orchestration tools like Apache Airflow or Dagster when required.
  • Contribute to the team’s technical vision by identifying and implementing new tools and technologies that enhance scalability, security, and performance.
  • Establish best practices, standards, and a department-wide body of knowledge on integration engineering.
  • Provide technical leadership in solution design, including high-level planning, exploration of alternatives, and sizing estimates.
  • Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering growth and encouraging technical excellence.
  • Partner cross-functionally with teams such as Infrastructure, Data Analytics, and CRM to ensure seamless integration within the existing landscape.
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and Agile ceremonies to deliver solutions on schedule.

Before going through the qualifications please understand that we are flexible! If you feel you have other expertise/experience that would make you a good fit, please apply, and tell us why in a cover letter.

Qualifications

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience.  We invite you to please share this with us in the “Message to the Hiring Manager” section of our online application.

  • Proven experience integrating data from business systems such as POS, ERP, Salesforce, and other enterprise platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end integration projects, from requirements gathering to deployment.
  • Strong analytical mindset and eagerness to build both technical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Awareness of emerging technologies and integration methodologies, with a passion for continuous learning.
  • Solid understanding of software development practices, including SDLC, source control (GitHub), code reviews, CI/CD, testing, and release management.
  • Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Technical Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience with Informatica Cloud IICS, including Application Integration (CAI), Data Integration (CDI), and Mass Ingestion tools.
  • Proficiency with AWS Glue, Glue Data Catalog, Athena, and Lake Formation for data integration and transformation pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda for event-driven workflows and containerized workloads in EKS and ECR.
  • Experience orchestrating workflows with tools like Apache Airflow or Dagster.
  • Strong knowledge of integration patterns, web services, and technologies such as REST, SOAP, GraphQL, XML, and WebSocket.
  • Hands-on experience with relational SQL databases like MSSQL and PostgreSQL.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, Golang, or C#.
  • Experience with real-time and batch integration methodologies.
  • Working knowledge of messaging and streaming platforms such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
  • Experience with source control tools such as GitHub.

Additional Information

Apply by: January 24th, 2025

Experience the thrill of the Sports & Entertainment industry in a flexible (hybrid) work environment that supports employee wellbeing.

As a part of our recruitment process AI may be utilized to: screen applications, assess qualifications, and enhance candidate selection. We remain committed to ensuring a fair and equitable hiring experience for all candidates.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. 

#LI-DNP