The Opportunity:
Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you passionate about data and eager to advocate for the value of high-quality, reliable data in driving business insights and decision-making? Join Canadian Natural’s Enterprise Data & Analytics team as a Data Analyst and become a key player in shaping the future of data across the organization.
We’re looking for a highly analytical, detail-oriented professional who thrives on solving complex problems and bringing clarity to data. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of enterprise-wide data initiatives, with a strong emphasis on Master Data Management (MDM) and modeling transactional data for broad organizational use. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams—Data Analysts, Business Systems Analysts, Developers, and industry experts—to design robust data models, define clear business logic, and validate data products that power decision-making across the company. Your work will help ensure data integrity, and promote a culture where data is trusted, accessible, and actionable. You’ll also play a key role in documenting meaningful data definitions and ensuring transparency for data consumers across all business units. If you're excited by the idea of making data work smarter and harder for a leading energy company, we want to hear from you!
Job location: Calgary, Alberta
Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
Safety sensitive position: No
Application deadline: August 27, 2025
Key Accountabilities:
Data Modeling & Design: Estimate, design, and develop scalable data models for Master Data Management (MDM) and transactional data to support enterprise reporting and analytics
Data Governance & Standards: Define and enforce enterprise-wide data management principles, standards, and best practices, acting as a data steward, support governance programs, and promote a data-driven culture
Data Analysis & Documentation: Profile and analyze data for insights; document business rules, definitions, and data lineage
Data Integration & Mapping: Design data structures and implement mapping strategies to align source systems with the enterprise data model
Issue Resolution & Quality Support: Perform root cause analysis, resolve data issues, and support data quality and MDM initiatives
Stakeholder Collaboration: Translate business data needs into technical requirements through close engagement with stakeholders
Continuous Improvement: Recommend enhancements to data processes and analytics capabilities while staying current with industry trends
Project Involvement: Participate in project estimation and planning activities
What You Bring to the Role:
Degree in Computer Science or Engineering or Data Management with a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) designation or equivalent industry experience
6+ years of experience in data profiling, analysis, and business requirements gathering within enterprise data and analytics environments
Proficient in data modeling techniques, including dimensional modeling and enterprise data architecture (e.g., operational data store/star/snowflake data models)
Skilled in SQL, capable of writing complex queries and handling large datasets
Demonstrates strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Commits to continuous learning, particularly in data preparation and process automation
What We Offer:
Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
