Software development jobs in Toronto, ON and nearby

Software development jobs within 25 km of Toronto, ON, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Oct 26, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,531
Employers: 729

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $117,162Across 233 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $61.42Across 101 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $152,130Across 54 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $56.98Across 13 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 44%1,102 listings
On-site: 56%1,414 listings

Not specified: 1% (15 listings)

Employers hiring include S M Software Solutions Inc (223), Amazon (59), Virtusa (53).

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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

Software development jobs in Toronto, ON and nearby

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Software Developer - ERP / Case Management (Peoplesoft HCM modules development experience)
Bevertec
Toronto, ON
- Contract
Job Role: Software Developer - ERP / Case Management (Peoplesoft HCM modules development experience)
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Senior Backend Software Engineer – Data Platform
Kaseya
Toronto, ON
- $205,000 to $240,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Kaseya is the leading provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, serving Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and internal IT organizations worldwide. Our comprehensive…
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Sr. Software Engineer – Kernel & Device Drivers (Temp 1 Year Contract)
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Markham, ON
- Temporary
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Senior Backend Software Engineer – Data Platform
Kaseya Careers
Toronto, ON
- $205,000 to $240,000 CAD / year
Kaseya is the leading provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, serving Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and internal IT organizations worldwide. Our comprehensive…
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Principal Software Developer
Intuit
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Come join Intuit as a Principal Software Developer and help us power prosperity around the world. We are looking for engineers that love to take on new challenges, solve tough problems, and…
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Senior Staff Software Developer
Intuit
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Come join Intuit's community of 'Builder Catalysts' as a Senior Staff/ Principal Software Developer and help us power prosperity around the world.
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RQ11685 – Software Developer – Back End – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking a Senior Back-End Software Developer with extensive experience in IBM mainframe technologies, PL/I programming, IMS databases, DB2 for z/OS, XML processing, and…
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Member of Technical Staff (Software Engineer, API Platform)
Perplexity
Toronto, ON
- $220,000 to $405,000 USD / year
- Full-time
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Staff Software Engineer, Risk Engineering
Stripe
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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RQ11661 – Software Developer – CRM – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking a Senior CRM Software Developer with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure solution design, Dataverse, and enterprise…
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RQ11435 – Software Developer – CRM – Intermediate
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Intermediate Software Developer – CRM to support the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. The ideal candidate will have strong…
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RQ11660 – Software Developer – CRM – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer – CRM with strong expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure solution design, Dataverse, and custom…
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RQ11660 – Software Developer – CRM – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer – CRM with strong expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure solution design, Dataverse, and custom…
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RQ11435 – Software Developer – CRM – Intermediate
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Intermediate Software Developer – CRM to support the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. The ideal candidate will have strong…
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RQ11685 – Software Developer – Back End – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking a Senior Back-End Software Developer with extensive experience in IBM mainframe technologies, PL/I programming, IMS databases, DB2 for z/OS, XML processing, and…
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RQ11685 – Software Developer – Back End – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking a Senior Back-End Software Developer with extensive experience in IBM mainframe technologies, PL/I programming, IMS databases, DB2 for z/OS, XML processing, and…
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SM
RQ11661 – Software Developer – CRM – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking a Senior CRM Software Developer with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure solution design, Dataverse, and enterprise…
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RQ11435 – Software Developer – CRM – Intermediate
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Intermediate Software Developer – CRM to support the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. The ideal candidate will have strong…
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RQ11745 – Software Developer – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to support the Victim Notification System (VNS) Modernization Project. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in…
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RQ11661 – Software Developer – CRM – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking a Senior CRM Software Developer with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure solution design, Dataverse, and enterprise…
Added 10 days ago
SM
RQ11660 – Software Developer – CRM – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer – CRM with strong expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure solution design, Dataverse, and custom…
Added 10 days ago
SM
RQ11745 – Software Developer – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to support the Victim Notification System (VNS) Modernization Project. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in…
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RQ11745 – Software Developer – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to support the Victim Notification System (VNS) Modernization Project. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in…
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Software Engineer II - Engineer
Uber
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
As a Backend Software Engineer on the team, you'll build the services and APIs behind these experiences. You'll work alongside backend, mobile, and machine learning engineers, as well as…
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1815 - Application Developer III
Amyantek
Toronto, ON
- Contract

Teckhorizon Inc

Back End Developer - Mainframe

Toronto, ON, Canada

Contract

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Job details

Job type: Contract
Apply by: Nov 14, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 15, 2026

Original job description

The client is seeking a Senior Software Developer Back End (Mainframe) to support the analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance of mainframe applications within the Labour and Transportation Cluster. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in PL/I programming, IMS databases, DB2 for z/OS, mainframe application development, and client/server integration. Experience supporting driver licensing, vehicle registration, and transportation safety systems within a public-sector environment is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze existing systems, including logical and physical designs, application architecture, and code structures.
Assess technical database requirements and identify necessary changes to support new system functionality.
Collaborate with DBAs and data management teams to coordinate database modifications.
Prepare technical specifications in accordance with Ontario Public Service (OPS) standards.
Participate in Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions, technical walkthroughs, and design sign-off activities.
Develop new code and modify existing online, batch, and workstation applications.
Develop and maintain mainframe PL/I transactions that process XML input and output and integrate with non-mainframe web services.
Support mainframe-to-mid-tier integration using IMS Connect.
Collaborate with mid-tier developers, business analysts, QA teams, and other technical stakeholders.
Use ministry-mandated source control and code management tools.
Provide regular project status updates to the Project Manager and/or Lead Technical Coordinator.
Follow OPS technical standards, policies, and procedures.
Facilitate knowledge transfer to RUS and I&IT Cluster staff throughout the assignment.

Must-Have Skills

Recent hands-on experience with PL/I V4.5 or higher within the last 5 years.
5+ years of experience developing mainframe PL/I transactions that process XML input/output and integrate with non-mainframe web services.
Experience with IBM z/OS V2.2 or higher.
Strong experience with IMS DB V12+, including HALDB and DEDB, using the PLITDLI API.
Experience with DB2 for z/OS V11 or higher.
Expertise in File-AID V10.1+ or IBM File Manager V13.1+.

Nice-to-Have Skills

10+ years of programming and systems analysis experience.
Experience with Fujitsu NetCOBOL V4 or higher.
Experience designing Windows client applications that interact with IMS TM applications.
Hands-on experience with IBM Debug Tool, Abend-AID or IBM Fault Analyzer, and DFSORT.
Experience with Endevor and Harvest source control tools.
Experience developing checkpoint-restartable IMS BMPs.
Knowledge of mainframe screen handling (MFS) and SCREENIO.
Experience with Visual Studio 2008+ and Visual Studio Debugger.
Knowledge of Ontario driver licensing, vehicle registration, and transportation safety systems.
Previous experience working within Ontario Public Service or other public-sector environments.

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Responsibilities

Analyze, design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications, including PL/I transactions that process XML and integrate with web services and mid-tier systems. Coordinate database and technical design work with cross-functional teams, follow OPS standards, provide project updates, and transfer knowledge to staff.

Requirements

Requires recent hands-on PL/I experience, at least five years developing XML-processing PL/I transactions integrated with non-mainframe web services, and experience with z/OS, IMS DB, DB2 for z/OS, and File-AID or IBM File Manager. Ten or more years of programming and systems analysis experience and familiarity with transportation systems and public-sector environments are desirable.

Skills

PL/I
IMS DB
DB2 for z/OS
XML Processing
Web Services Integration
IMS Connect
z/OS
HALDB
DEDB
PLITDLI API
File-AID
IBM File Manager
NetCOBOL
Endevor
Harvest

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Keywords

PL/I
Mainframe
IMS DB
DB2 for z/OS
IBM z/OS
XML
Web Services
IMS Connect
HALDB
DEDB
PLITDLI API
File-AID
IBM File Manager
NetCOBOL
IBM Debug Tool
Abend-AID
IBM Fault Analyzer
DFSORT
Endevor
Harvest
IMS BMP
MFS
SCREENIO
Visual Studio
Driver Licensing
Vehicle Registration
Transportation Safety
Ontario Public Service
Systems Analysis
JAD

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