Python & SQL Developer - Operate

Toronto, ON
$72,000-138,000 per year
Temporary
Full-time

28 days ago

Job Type: Temporary Contract
Work Model: Hybrid
Reference code: 132703
Primary Location: Toronto, ON
All Available Locations: Toronto, ONOur PurposeAt Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

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SummaryAs a Python & SQL Developer, you will design, build, and support scalable backend and data‑driven solutions that enable modern applications and analytics platforms. In this 1‑year fixed‑term role, you will work closely with engineers, data teams, architects, and business stakeholders to deliver robust APIs, database‑driven services, and automation solutions. The role emphasizes strong Python development, SQL expertise, solution architecture, and people skills, with exposure to modern GenAI‑enabled capabilities where relevant.What will your typical day look like?

Design, develop, test, and debug backend services and APIs using Python and FastAPI, ensuring high performance, reliability, and maintainability
Build server‑side logic, integrate RESTful services, and support microservice‑based architectures aligned with enterprise standards
Work extensively with SQL‑based data sources, writing, optimizing, and maintaining complex queries, views, and stored procedures to support application logic, reporting, and data enrichment
Develop scripts and services for data extraction, transformation, processing, and system automation, integrating both relational (SQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases
Contribute to solution and application architecture, including system design, integration patterns, data flows, and scalability considerations
Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to ensure solutions are secure, well‑designed, and production‑ready
Support GenAI‑enabled features where applicable, such as prompt design, retrieval from structured data, and vectorized search, without being focused on model development
Partner closely with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders, applying strong people and communication skills to translate requirements, explain technical concepts, and support delivery from design through production

About the teamThis is your opportunity to work in Operate at Deloitte. Operate services harness the latest technologies, talent, and capabilities from all over the world to deliver ongoing outcomes and client value. We do more than traditional business process outsourcing. We do more than just “keeping the lights on.” We work shoulder-to-shoulder with clients and their customers, constantly adapting to the pace of change, to ideate, innovate, and embed continuous advantage at the heart of their operations. And we do it with the kind of drive and passion that comes from loving what you do—and who you do it with.Enough about us, let’s talk about youYou are someone with these skills, experience and qualifications:

Strong proficiency in Python (3.x) for backend and data‑driven application development
Hands‑on experience with FastAPI for building scalable, production‑grade APIs
Strong experience with SQL, including writing and optimizing complex queries, joins, CTEs, views, and stored procedures
Backend development experience building server‑side logic, RESTful APIs, and microservices
Experience working with relational databases and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
Experience developing scripts for data extraction, processing, and automation

It would be great for you to have some of these nice to haves as well:

Exposure to GenAI‑enabled application features, including:

Prompt engineering
Retrieval patterns using structured data
Experience with vectorization, embeddings, or RAG‑style data retrieval
Familiarity with modern data platforms, analytics pipelines, or AI‑assisted features
Understanding of performance tuning, scalability, and operational support in production environments

Total RewardsThe salary range for this position is $72,000 - $138,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.Be yourself, and more.We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.You shape how we make impact.Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.Be the leader you want to beSome guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.Have as many careers as you want.We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.The next step is yoursAt Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our , and the .We encourage you to connect with us at if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.Deloitte Canada has 20 offices with representation across most of the country. We acknowledge that Deloitte offices stand on traditional, treaty, and unceded territories in what is now known as Canada. We recognize that Indigenous Peoples have been the caretakers of this land since time immemorial, nurturing its resources and preserving its natural beauty. We acknowledge this land is still home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, who continue to maintain their deep connection to the land and its sacred teachings. We humbly acknowledge that we are all Treaty people, and we commit to fostering a relationship of respect, collaboration, and stewardship with Indigenous communities in our shared goal of reconciliation and environmental sustainability.

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