Data engineer jobs in Vaughan, ON and nearby

Data engineer jobs within 25 km of Vaughan, ON, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 2, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 385
Employers: 202

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $99,297Across 29 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $63.43Across 23 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $109,231Across 13 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 43%165 listings
On-site: 56%216 listings

Not specified: 1% (4 listings)

Employers hiring include S M Software Solutions Inc (29), BrainStation (11), Apptoza Inc. (10).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Data engineer jobs in Vaughan, ON and nearby

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IT Cloud Data Engineer
Rivago Infotech Inc
Toronto, ON
- Contract
The Cloud Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and Azuer cloud platforms. This role involves working with large datasets, optimizing…
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Data Engineer
J&M Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Write complex SQL queries for data transformation and validation.
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Senior Data Engineer
Sun Life
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Azure Data Engineer
Zodiac Solutions, Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure data services.
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TechDoQuest
Toronto, ON
- Contract
Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Databricks, Python, PySpark, SQL, and Azure cloud services.
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Toronto, ON
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Data Engineer (Sports & Prediction Markets)
Betstamp Ventures
Toronto, ON
- Internship
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Data Engineer
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Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Azure Data Engineer
Rivago Infotech Inc
Toronto, ON
- Contract
Role : Azure Data Engineer with Databricks Expertise
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GCP Data Engineer
Experis Canada
Toronto, ON
- Contract
We are seeking a GCP Data Engineer with hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, particularly BigQuery, and be experienced in DBT for data transformation and modeling.
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Senior / Lead Azure Data Engineer
Enterprise Solutions Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Lead Data Engineer / Data Product Lead – Snowflake
Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company
Toronto, ON
- $60 to $80 CAD / hour
- Contract
A leading life sciences consulting organization is seeking an experienced Lead Data Engineer / Data Product Lead to support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale data products within…
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Senior AWS Data Engineer
Apptoza Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Data Scientist/Data Engineer
2iSolutions Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Contract
Requisition Title: RQ11753 - Data Analytical Specialist/Scientist - Senior
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Data Engineer
MSR Technology Group
Toronto, ON
- Contract
Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Databricks, Databricks Jobs, Workflows, and Notebooks.
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Data Engineer
Amphenol Communications Solutions
Markham, ON
- Full-time
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Databricks Data Engineer
Apex Systems
Toronto, ON
- $50 to $55 USD / hour
- Full-time
Apex Systems is seeking a Databricks Data Engineer in Toronto, ON to support a large-scale data migration and centralization initiative into an enterprise Databricks data hub. This Engineer…
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Data Engineer Intern/Co-op (Winter 2027)
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Data Engineer
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Concord, ON
- Full-time
The Data & Analytics Function manages the analytics lifecycle, from data platforms and access through reporting, business intelligence, and advanced quantitative modeling. The function…
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Data Engineer
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Concord, ON
- Full-time
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Data Engineer Intern/Co-op (Winter 2027)
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Data Engineer
RSM US LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Data Engineer
Sun Life
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Data Engineer
eBay
Toronto, ON
- Full-time

Sun Life

Senior Data Engineer

Toronto, ON, Canada
Waterloo, ON, Canada
Montreal, QC, Canada
Sun Life Waterloo King, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 14, 2026
Experience: 5-10 years of experience in ETL design, modeling, and development.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Senior Data Engineer

We are currently looking for a Senior Data Engineer - with a passion for turning disparate streams of data into organized and actionable analytics services and insights. As a Data Engineer on the Data Engineering and Operations team, you will be joining a group of hardworking and savvy innovators who has made it their mission to find new ways to glean value out of rapidly increasing volumes of operational data in Canadian Operations.

Role Summary:

Working within a diverse and motivated team of analytics professionals, the Senior Data Engineer will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure to support our organization's data-driven decision-making processes, while also guiding and mentoring other Data Engineers.

Main Accountabilities:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using AWS Glue, Kafka, and Step Functions.
Implement and optimize ETL processes using tools like SSIS, Informatica, or Talend.
Guide and mentor Data Engineers on best practices for ETL development and data sourcing.
Create and maintain data models to support business intelligence and analytics initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Troubleshoot data-related issues and implement solutions.
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in data engineering.

Competencies:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
5-10 years of experience in ETL design, modeling, and development.
Strong proficiency in SQL and Python programming.
Experience with AWS services, particularly Glue, Step Functions, and other data-related services.
Expertise in data warehousing concepts and methodologies.
Proficiency in ETL tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, SSIS).
Experience with various database systems and data formats.
Familiarity with Kafka and stream processing concepts.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Advantages:

Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Hive.
Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty).

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits package and participation in various incentive plans.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
Chance to work on impactful projects that drive business success.
We are proud to be recognized as:-
2022, 2023, and 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work® Canada.
Best Workplaces for Hybrid Work 2022.
Best Workplaces for Professional Development in Canada 2022.
"Best Places to Work" by Glassdoor, 2021 and 2023.

Unique Requirements:

This role requires Reliability Status Clearance. In addition to a law enforcement inquiry and a credit check, as part of your application, the Government of Canada will ask if you lived or travelled outside of Canada for 6-consecutive months during the last 5 years, and you must account for all activities during this time.

Important: Obtaining Reliability Status Clearance within a reasonable amount of time is a condition required to start employment for this role at Sun Life.

Also, As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only for the frequent interactions with English and French-speaking colleagues or internal partners across Canada or worldwide.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

85,000/85 000 - 128,000/128 000

Job Category:

Advanced Analytics

Posting End Date:

13/11/2026

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Responsibilities

The Senior Data Engineer will design, implement, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support data-driven decision-making. They will also guide and mentor other engineers while ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and 5-10 years of experience in ETL design and development. Proficiency in SQL, Python, and AWS data services is required, along with the ability to obtain Reliability Status Clearance.

Skills

Data engineering
SQL
Python
AWS Glue
Kafka
Step Functions
ETL development
Data modeling
Informatica
Talend
SSIS
Data warehousing
Problem-solving
Leadership
Communication

Benefits

Incentive plans
Professional growth and development opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Work-life balance

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Data Engineering
AWS Glue
Kafka
Step Functions
ETL
SSIS
Informatica
Talend
SQL
Python
Data Modeling
Data Warehousing
Hadoop
Spark
Hive
Tableau
Power BI
Agile
AWS Certified Data Analytics
Reliability Status Clearance

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