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Magna

SMT Programmer/Engineer

Newmarket, ON

... technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling. Job Responsibilities: * Create,optimize,validateand maintain SMT machine programs, recipes, libraries and revision ...

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Aon Corporation

Python Developer - Pathwise

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$96K - CA$125K/yr

Existing vacancy Join Aon's Strategy and Technology Group (STG) and help build innovative ... Design, develop, and maintain Python tools, libraries, and frameworks that support PathWise ...

University of Waterloo

Monitor and respond to technology trends related to PIDs and research intelligence that may be beneficial to supporting the Libraries' and University's strategic directions. * Serve on committees and ...

Lightmatter

You will act as the architect of our component library, bridging the gap between photonics device ... technologies * Design and test device and parameter extraction for innovative photonic devices

United Airlines

Dot Net Full Stack

Mississauga, ON

CA$70K - CA$85K/yr

NET Core C#, JavaScript libraries Angular, Node.js and related technologies. Experience with SQL Server is preferred. * This role will be focused on development and support of modules for Financial ...

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What is a library tech?

Library Techs, or Library Technicians, are professionals who support librarians in managing library operations. They handle tasks such as organizing materials, assisting patrons, maintaining library databases, and processing new books or media. Library Techs also help with circulation, cataloging, and sometimes lead programs or workshops. Their role is essential in keeping libraries running smoothly and ensuring patrons have access to information and resources.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a library tech?

To thrive as a Library Tech, you need knowledge of library organization systems, attention to detail, and typically an associate degree or certification in library technology. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), cataloging software, and digital databases is important for daily operations. Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills help Library Techs assist patrons and support library staff efficiently. These competencies ensure smooth library operations, accurate information management, and positive patron experiences.

What are some common challenges faced by library techs when managing digital and physical collections?

Library Techs often juggle responsibilities for both digital and physical collections, which can present unique challenges. Keeping up-to-date with evolving library technologies and cataloging systems requires ongoing learning and adaptability. Additionally, ensuring accurate inventory management, responding to patron requests, and assisting with troubleshooting digital resources can be demanding, especially in a busy library environment. Collaborating with librarians and other staff to provide seamless service and maintain organization is key to overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Library Tech vs Library Assistant?

AspectLibrary TechLibrary Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer technical certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentPublic, academic, or special libraries; technical support rolesPublic, academic, or community libraries; customer service focus
Job ResponsibilitiesManaging catalog systems, technical equipment, digital resourcesAssisting patrons, checking out materials, shelving
Employer & Industry UsageLibraries, educational institutions, archivesPublic libraries, schools, community centers

Library Techs focus on technical support, digital resources, and catalog management, often requiring technical skills or certifications. Library Assistants primarily handle customer service, shelving, and circulation tasks. Both roles are essential in library operations but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

How to get a job as a library technician?

To become a library technician, candidates typically need a postsecondary certificate or associate degree in library technology or a related field. Relevant skills include familiarity with library management software and strong organizational abilities; certification from a professional organization can also enhance job prospects.

What do library technicians do?

Library technicians assist librarians by organizing and maintaining library collections, helping patrons locate materials, and managing circulation tasks such as checking out and returning items. They often use library management software and may perform clerical duties, requiring attention to detail and good customer service skills.
Library Tech jobs near you
Infographic showing various Library Tech job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 11% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Software Developer - Data Platform

London, ON • On-site

Squarepoint Capital
Finance and Insurance • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Squarepoint Capitalexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Overview:

The Data Development group manages the lifecycle of data used for trading, back-testing, and research at Squarepoint. We work with quantitative researchers and tech teams to integrate, process, and serve data from a huge variety of sources into our data infrastructure.

We are currently seeking new data developers to join our Data Platform team, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity of thought and creative solutions are valued. Our emphasis is on a culture of learning, development, and growth.

Data Platform is a team of Python developers working closely with technology developers and quantitative developers to design, build, test, and maintain libraries, services and frameworks used by data pipelines and investment teams across the entire Squarepoint organization. 

Data Platform is able to deploy infrastructure, frameworks and tools to the rest of the Squarepoint business at speed, with stability, observability, access control and performance at top of mind. Services and libraries are resilient and highly maintainable. Data models are carefully designed in close collaboration with our domain experts for efficient application development, predictable behavior and ease of debugging. Data Platform developers also support developers in adopting and efficiently using the tools and products developed, and increase the team's quality of life, throughput, and code quality.

  • Acquire a deep understanding of the interface and tooling requirements of developers to deliver the right solutions to them.
  • Design, implement, test, optimize and troubleshoot Python libraries, frameworks, and services.
  • Design and add features to React frontends when appropriate.
  • Collaborate with technologists to ensure that our data applications and data platform meet evolving business requirements.
  • Work closely with data operations and data pipeline developers to improve development velocity and reduce our technical debt; increase the team's quality of life.
  • Write and review technical documents, such as requirements docs for new features, design docs to propose new platform solutions, and production support runbooks.
  • Lend a hand in support operations - during normal working hours - to help troubleshoot higher-order production issues when first line support personnel require deeper investigation.

Must haves

  • Only candidates with more than 4 full years of relevant experience will be considered.
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM subject.
  • Strong skills programming in Python.
  • Practical knowledge of commonly used protocols and tools used to transfer data (e.g. FTP, SFTP, HTTP APIs, AWS S3).
  • Excellent communication skills.

Nice to haves 

  • 4+ years designing, testing, optimizing and troubleshooting data intensive applications or services, or similar.
  • Experience across multiple techincal domains: such as web development, data engineering, backend development, operations.
  • Experience with any of these: SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, C++, Rust.
  • Experience with PostgreSQL, Redis or Valkey, FastAPI, Kubernetes, Helm, Hashicorp Vault, Hashicorp Nomad

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