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Senior I/O Chiplet RTL Design Engineer
BTA Design Services
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
…our clients place in us, and we are currently searching for a Senior I/O Chiplet RTL Design…
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Senior AI Engineer
Vision Talent Co.
Toronto, ON
- $110,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Vision Talent is supporting a financial services client who is seeking a Senior AI Engineer – AWS / Automation / Agentic AI to join their growing team. This is a permanent role and requires…
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Computer Vision Engineering
Geotab
Oakville, ON
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Computer Vision Engineer who will deliver advanced, high-precision…
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Full Stack Engineer
Stelvio Inc.
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
…solutions for complex, real-world environments. Working alongside senior developers, architects, project managers and wider cross-functional teams, you’ll help design, develop and maintain…
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Senior / Staff Perception Engineer
Waabi
ON · Ontario, Canada
- $158,000 to $269,000 USD / year
- Full-time
As a Senior Perception Engineer, you will be at the forefront of advancing and deploying perception algorithms for our self-driving vehicles. You will work closely with our team of…
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2027 Accelerated Development Program - BrainBox AI
Trane Technologies
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Senior Engineering Supervisor, Electrical
Hughes Recruitment & Strategy Collective
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
As the Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer, you will possess the following qualities:
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Digital - ASIC Design Automation Engineer
Eliyan Corporation
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
Strong Python, plus Tcl, shell scripting, Git, Linux, and Makefiles. You are comfortable owning a codebase, not only writing scripts.
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Senior Platform Engineer, Data II
Mistplay
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Génie logiciel - forte maîtrise de Python, Scala ou Go; expérience éprouvée dans la construction et l'évolution de systèmes de données distribués avec une fiabilité élevée, une facilité de…
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Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - Operate (Future Opportunity)
Deloitte
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
HIMS Operations is proactively seeking a Senior Consultant for a "future opportunity" to operate, and continuously improve secure, resilient infrastructure across public cloud and…
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Staff Software Engineer
kadence
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
They’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer, AI to provide hands-on technical leadership across the design, development, and scaling of enterprise-grade AI systems. This is a senior…
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Lead Engineer - Data
ZS
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
The Data Engineering Lead is a senior technical professional responsible for designing, building, and optimizing scalable data architectures and processes to enable efficient data…
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Senior Cloud Site Reliability Engineer
Solace
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
This position is for a Senior Cloud Site Reliability Engineer. You will be responsible for the daily operations of Solace Cloud, our market-leading SaaS offering, across leading cloud…
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
Egis in Canada
Calgary, AB
- $105,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Senior Water Resources Engineer position is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and is responsible for the planning, analysis, and delivery of water resources engineering and hydraulic…
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
Egis in Canada
Vancouver, BC
- $105,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Senior Water Resources Engineer position is based in Vancouver, BC, Canada and is responsible for the planning, analysis, and delivery of water resources engineering and hydraulic…
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Python Workflow Automation Engineer
J&M Group
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
We are seeking a Senior Temporal Automation Engineer with strong experience building workflow automation solutions using Temporal and Python. The engineer will support a strategic…
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Senior DevOps Engineer
Samsung Electronics
Vancouver, BC · Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join our Vancouver team.
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Senior DevOps Engineer, Agentic Automation & Live Games
Big Viking Games
Toronto, ON
- $140,000 to $180,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Big Viking Games is hiring a Senior DevOps Engineer, Agentic Automation & Live Games to modernize the infrastructure behind our live-service games and help reinvent how those systems are…
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Principal/Team Lead, Digital Verification Engineer (FEC)
Ciena
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
…plays a crucial role in our success. As a Digital Verification Engineer (FEC), you will be an integral part of a team responsible for implementing innovative verification strategies in…
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Manager, Analytics Consulting
Tiger Analytics
Canada
- Full-time
Experience working directly with business stakeholders and senior leaders
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Solutions Architect – Digital Identity, Telco & Data Platforms
EnStream LP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Sr. Staff Infrastructure Engineer
VGS
Canada
- Full-time
As a Senior Staff Infrastructure Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader on our Platform Engineering team. You will architect, scale, and fortify global cloud infrastructure designed…
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Senior Software Engineer, GenAI Workflows
Eyeline
Vancouver, BC
- $165,000 to $200,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
As Senior Software Engineer within GenAI Workflows, you will collaborate closely with GenAI-powered VFX stakeholders to understand user needs and use your deep understanding of ML processes…
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Senior Software Engineer, Finance Systems
Eyeline
Vancouver, BC
- $165,000 to $200,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Senior Software Engineer (Finance System) sits on the Platform Engineering team and works day to day with Production Finance to build, support, and improve the studio's bidding,…
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2027 Accelerated Development Program - BrainBox AI
trane technologies
Montreal, QC
- Full-time

Lead Engineer - Data

Toronto, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 8-10+ years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, high-performance data systems.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

Original job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Overview:

The Data Engineering Lead is a senior technical professional responsible for designing, building, and optimizing scalable data architectures and processes to enable efficient data utilization and data-driven decision-making. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills to drive best-in-class data engineering solutions and mentor junior team members.

What You’ll Do:

Oversee the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and reliable data systems, ensuring high performance and alignment with business goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and translate them into effective data architecture and engineering solutions.
Develop and manage software processes that facilitate seamless data movement between data warehouses, data lakes, and other internal systems.
Design and optimize ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines to prepare high-quality data for various stakeholders.
Design and build Data Ingestion frameworks, data quality frameworks and an integrated audit system.
Implement data quality assurance processes to identify and resolve data inconsistencies and issues.
Establish data governance practices to maintain data accuracy, integrity, and security.
Analyze data to derive meaningful insights that support data-driven decision-making.
Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders effectively.
Serve as a technical authority in data engineering, staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior Data Engineers, fostering their professional development.
Facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.

What You’ll Bring:

A relevant Bachelors or higher-education degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields.
8-10+ years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, high-performance data systems.
Proficiency in SQL, Python, or other relevant programming languages.
Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Expertise in designing and implementing ETL processes, data modeling, and database management.
Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) and data integration tools.
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Significant experience in leading small teams of Data Engineers and fostering their professional growth.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical solutions effectively.
Ability to travel to other offices or client locations as needed.
Fluency in English
Client-first mentality
Intense work ethic
Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in Canada, visit ZS Canada office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems - the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application:

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.

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www.zs.com

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Responsibilities

The Lead Engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing scalable data architectures and ETL pipelines to enable data-driven decision-making. They also provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and 8-10+ years of experience in data engineering. Proficiency in SQL, Python, and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is essential.

Skills

SQL
Python
Data Architecture
ETL Pipeline Design
Data Modeling
Cloud Data Platforms
Big Data Technologies
Data Governance
Leadership
Mentorship
Data Ingestion Frameworks
Data Quality Assurance
Database Management
Analytical Skills
Communication
Collaboration

Benefits

Health and Well-being Support
Financial Future Planning
Time Away
Professional Development
Skills-building Programs
Internal Mobility

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Keywords

SQL
Python
AWS
Azure
GCP
Hadoop
Spark
Kafka
ETL
Data Warehousing
Data Lakes
Data Modeling
Data Governance
Data Ingestion
Big Data
Data Architecture
Management Consulting
Data Quality
Audit Systems
Scalable Systems

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