Senior Data Engineer (Databricks Focused)

BDO Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada, through BDO Digital, seeks a Senior Data Engineer (Databricks focused) to design and deliver scalable data pipelines on Azure. You will lead technical engagements, mentor team members, and ensure secure, production-grade solutions that align with client business goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, data modeling, and collaboration across data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to execute data analytics initiatives and governance practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or closely related discipline.
• 5+ years hands-on data engineering, with 3+ years Databricks, Spark, and cloud data platforms.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure services (Data Lake, Databricks, Synapse, DevOps).
• Strong Databricks proficiency with Delta Lake and Spark; production experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize robust data pipelines using Databricks, Delta Lake, and Spark.
• Lead client engagements and translate business requirements into scalable data architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy data solutions into production environments.

Skills

Databricks

Apache Spark

Azure

Python

Scala

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Data Engineering

Tools

Azure Data Lake

Azure Databricks

Azure Synapse

Azure DevOps

Terraform

ARM templates

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Digital is seeking an experienced and technically proficient Senior Data Engineer (Databricks Focused) to join our Technology Advisory Services practice. This role blends technical leadership with hands‑on data engineering, focusing on delivering scalable, secure, and production‑grade data pipelines using Azure and Databricks. The successful candidate will also lead client engagements, aligning data initiatives with business objectives to create real‑world impact.

Key Responsibilities

Data Engineering and Platform Development

• Design, build, and optimize robust data pipelines using Databricks, Delta Lake, and Apache Spark.
• Develop scalable ETL processes for structured and unstructured data, ensuring data quality and reliability.
• Implement data integration solutions across cloud and on‑premises sources, leveraging Databricks and Azure Data Lake.
• Automate data ingestion, transformation, and validation workflows.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance data pipeline performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance, security, and operational excellence across all data workflows.

Client and Team Leadership

• Serve as a primary technical lead for client engagements focused on data engineering and analytics solution delivery.
• Translate business requirements into scalable data architectures and operational plans.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate data solutions into production environments.
• Mentor junior team members and promote adoption of best practices in data engineering and cloud analytics.

Data Application

• Convert business requirements and analytics prototypes into robust, scalable data solutions.
• Apply appropriate data modeling and transformation techniques to support analytics and machine learning initiatives.
• Document data pipelines and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Required

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline. Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in data engineering, including at least 3 years of direct experience with Databricks, Apache Spark, and cloud data platforms. Proven success in deploying and maintaining large‑scale data solutions in production environments.
• In‑depth knowledge of the Microsoft Azure ecosystem, with demonstrated experience using services such as Azure Data Lake, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse, and Azure DevOps.
• Very strong proficiency with Databricks, including hands‑on work with Delta Lake, Apache Spark, and data pipeline orchestration. Experience optimizing performance and reliability in production.
• Advanced programming skills in Python and/or Scala, with practical experience using data engineering libraries and frameworks.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD practices, with experience designing and maintaining pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins. Familiarity with infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform or ARM templates for automating environment provisioning and deployment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a range of stakeholders, including data scientists, engineers, business partners, and executive leadership. Proven ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences and influence decision‑making.

Preferred

• Certifications: Professional certifications such as Databricks Certified Data Engineer or Microsoft Certified, e.g. Azure Data Engineer Associate.
• Experience with data governance, data security, and compliance frameworks.
• Consulting experience and excellent communication and client management skills.

The expected range of compensation for this role is $84,000 to $128,000.

Why BDO?

Our people‑first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026 . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars- Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what's next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, in