Avanciers is a premier IT Staffing/Consulting organization and we are currently recruiting for a contract role for one of our premier client in Canada for Development Lead _Apache Spark. Job ID: AV28428

Role: Development Lead _Apache Spark Location: Toronto, ON- Hybrid (3-4days/week) Duration: Full Time Compensation Range: $120,000 - $130,000 per year We are looking for a seasoned Development Lead to guide and mentor a high-performing engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in Java, Scala, Apache Spark, and ETL batch frameworks, with proven leadership skills to drive end-to-end delivery of scalable data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a team of developers and data engineers in designing and implementing enterprise-grade solutions.

Architect and oversee development of ETL batch pipelines using Spark and related frameworks.

Provide technical leadership in Java/Scala programming for backend services and data processing.

Collaborate with product owners, architects, and stakeholders to define technical roadmaps.

Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and performance optimization.

Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Drive automation, CI/CD integration, and deployment strategies.

Troubleshoot complex issues in distributed systems and ensure high availability.

Align development efforts with business goals and timelines in an onsite leadership capacity.

Required Skills & Experience Solid programming expertise in Java and Scala.

Hands-on experience with Apache Spark (batch processing, distributed computing).

Deep knowledge of ETL batch frameworks (e.g., Informatica, Talend,



Spark ETL, custom frameworks).

Experience with data warehousing concepts and large-scale data pipelines.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data ecosystems (HDFS, Hive, Kafka).

Strong leadership and communication skills to manage onsite teams and coordinate with offshore PODs.

Proven track record of delivering complex projects in Agile/Scrum environments.

This is an active job and application deadline is August 31, 2026 (This posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure

- We use AI-enabled tools to assist in screening applications based on job-related criteria.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Avanciers Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Important Information for Applicants

- Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
- Proof of qualifications may be requested
- Background checks may be conducted as part of the hiring process
- Avanciers Incorporated does not use Canadian Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) during the application process

Avanciers Incorporated thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Avanciers Incorporated Follow us on LinkedIn

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