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We extend our expertise to public safety, law enforcement, and national security organizations, accelerating mission-critical decision-making through analytical tools, automations, and game-changing machine learning capabilities. ANVIL helps organizations discover, manage, enrich, fuse, and exploit the information available to them in support of Information Dominance and Decision Advantage.\nJob Type:Full Time (Ottawa / Hybrid /up to 30% Travel)\nTotal Compensation:CAD $125,000 - $165,000 base salary - Placement within range based on experience and qualifications\nVacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy at Anvil. We are actively hiring for this role\nThe Role\nWe're seeking a versatile Senior Integration Engineer to connect our mission-critical software to the systems our defence, public safety, and national security customers depend on. You'll design and build the integrations and data pipelines that move information into and out of our platform, develop custom connectors, and keep data flows reliable, secure, and compliant with stringent operational standards.\nWorking closely with defence contractors, military personnel, and technical authorities, you'll map each customer's data landscape, architect integration solutions, and build pipelines that ingest, transform, and validate data from diverse and often complex sources. You'll own the integration process end-to-end - setting strategy, catching issues before they impact operations, and keeping designs clearly documented.\nAt Anvil, we're fundamentally in the relationship business. Technical excellence is table stakes; what sets our team apart is the ability to build trust with customers and represent Anvil with professionalism in every interaction. Strong customer-facing communication isn't a nice-to-have here - it's essential.\nThis is a full-time position based in Ottawa with up to 30% travel (domestic and international).\nCandidates must either possess or be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Top Secret security clearance.\nRequired Qualifications\nSecurity Clearance\nEligible for Government of Canada Top Secret security clearance\nExperience\nMinimum of 7+ years of software development experience, with a strong focus on systems and data integration, preferably in defence or related industry\nProven track record of integrating complex software systems and developing production data pipelines\nDemonstrated experience building integrations against external systems via REST APIs, message queues, and streaming interfaces\nDemonstrated experience designing, building, and operating data pipelines that ingest and transform data from diverse sources\nDemonstrated experience leading customer-facing technical discovery sessions, including requirements gathering, solution scoping, and value-driven conversations that build customer trust and accelerate adoption\nSkills & Competencies\nProficiency in creating pipelines for ingesting data from diverse sources (flat files, databases, APIs, message queues, streams)\nProficiency in Python and web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask)\nStrong knowledge of data and storage technologies such as SQL, Elasticsearch, and S3\nExperience with workflow management and automation solutions such as Apache Airflow\nSolid understanding of API design and authentication/authorization mechanisms, and how they apply to secure system-to-system integration\nWorking understanding of TLS, HTTP/2-3, and PKI as they relate to secure data exchange\nStrong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences\nDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively across development teams and with customer stakeholders\nStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple integration initiatives simultaneously\nProven ability to troubleshoot complex data and interface issues and drive efficient resolution\nNice to Have…\nFamiliarity with software systems used by defence organizations such as SitaWare HQ, TAK, Esri AllSource, and others\nExperience with data quality, schema evolution, and data contract management across system boundaries\nExperience with message brokers and streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, Redpanda)\nFamiliarity with containerized deployment of integration services (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift)\nPrior experience working with or for defence, public safety, law enforcement, and national security organizations\nWhat You’ll Do\nIntegration Strategy and Planning\nPartner with customers and internal teams to understand data sources, interfaces, and integration requirements, and develop comprehensive integration strategies for the organization\nCreate and maintain detailed integration designs and documentation to ensure successful implementations across all customer environments\nDocument integration approaches based on data sensitivity assessments and regulatory requirements\nAdvise on and implement integration patterns and data pipeline frameworks across the entire platform\nIntegration Development and Data Pipelines\nTravel to customer and partner sites to participate in requirements gathering, integration development, testing, and hands-on support\nDesign, build, and test integrations with external systems, including pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and validating data\nDevelop custom connectors and adapters for diverse customer data sources (flat files, databases, APIs, message queues, streams)\nStreamline integration processes, configurations, and documentation for repeatable, reliable implementations\nProvide regular status updates on integration progress and data flow health metrics\nData Quality and Security\nEnsure all integrations meet strict government security and operational standards\nImplement appropriate processes for data validation, error handling, and recovery within pipelines\nDiagnose and resolve complex data and interface issues leveraging deep knowledge of APIs, data formats, and integration patterns\nChampion data quality and integration best practices across all customer engagements\nCustomer Support and Communication\nWork directly with stakeholders, including defence contractors and military personnel, to ensure integrations align with operational requirements\nParticipate actively in customer meetings, technical reviews, and integration planning sessions\nReview and provide detailed feedback on interface specifications, data contracts, and integration requirements\nCustomize integrations to meet unique customer operational needs\nCommunicate integration results and data flow metrics to stakeholders at all levels\nWhy Join Us?\nOur Mission\nThis is more than just a job; you'll be part of a team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal: to increase the safety and security of Western democracies through the effective use of data. Our workplace is not just a job, it's a community of like-minded people working together to make a positive impact on the world we live in.\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompetitive salaries\nFlexible health benefits package through Equitable\nIndustry-leading employer retirement contributions match\nWork Environment\nRemote and Hybrid (Ottawa market) work model combining remote flexibility with meaningful in-person collaboration\nModern office in the historic Carriageway building in beautiful downtown Ottawa\nAccess to downtown amenities, transit, and Ottawa's vibrant cultural scene\nWhat You'll Experience\nWork alongside dedicated professionals who value excellence and collaboration\nContribute to projects with real-world security impact\nJoin a culture where your expertise and ideas matter\nApplication Process\nTo apply for this role, please submit your CV and cover letter. The application process will likely include:\nA preliminary call with our HR team which will be a chance for you to find out more about Anvil and the role.\nAn initial interview to discuss your experience and suitability for the role.\nA technical interview to assess your competencies. \nUse of AI in Recruitment:Anvil does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed by members of our recruitment team. However, we do use AI for scheduling, note taking and other administrative functions.\nAnvil is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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