What industries are hiring in Kitchener?

The Kitchener-Waterloo region's economy is driven by technology (Google, Shopify, OpenText, BlackBerry), insurance and financial services (Manulife, Sun Life), manufacturing (Toyota, ATS), healthcare, and a thriving startup ecosystem.

What is the average salary for jobs in Kitchener?

Tech roles in KW pay CAD 65K–150K. Insurance and finance positions average CAD 50K–120K. Manufacturing and engineering roles range from CAD 50K to CAD 110K. The cost of living is about 40% lower than Toronto.

Why is Kitchener-Waterloo called 'Canada's Silicon Valley'?

The University of Waterloo's co-op program produces more tech talent than any other Canadian university. This has attracted Google, Shopify, and hundreds of startups, making KW one of the densest tech ecosystems in Canada.

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246+ Jobs32 new this weekUpdated May 2, 2026

Jobs in Kitchener

Kitchener, part of the Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge tri-city region, is one of Canada's hottest tech corridors. The University of Waterloo's world-renowned co-op program and engineering faculty have spawned companies like BlackBerry, OpenText, and hundreds of startups. Google, Shopify, and other tech giants maintain offices in the region. Combined with Manulife and Sun Life's insurance operations and traditional manufacturing, the KW area offers a diverse and growing job market at a fraction of Toronto's cost of living.

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Top Companies

Alberta Precision Labs, Alberta Health Services, Zonda Home, Home Hardware Stores Limited, Sleep Country, Alliance for CancerCare Equity +39 more

Job Types

96% Full Time, 4% Contract

Top Locations

Kitchener

Work Model

86% On-Site, 14% Hybrid

Experience Levels

60% Mid Level, 22% Junior, 14% Senior

We found 246 jobs in kitchener currently hiring in locations including Kitchener. 32 new positions were added this week at companies like Home Hardware Stores Limited, Sleep Country, Alliance for CancerCare Equity. Work arrangements include On-Site (86%), Hybrid (14%). Top employers include Alberta Precision Labs, Alberta Health Services, Zonda Home and 42 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Jobs in Kitchener

Alberta Precision Labs3 jobs

Alberta Health Services3 jobs

Zonda Home2 jobs

Home Hardware Stores Limited1 job

Sleep Country1 job

Alliance for CancerCare Equity1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

Salary varies

11 jobs

Mid Level

Salary varies

30 jobs

Senior

Salary varies

7 jobs

Latest Jobs Added

Marketing Specialist- Quebec / Spécialiste du marketing – Québec

Home Hardware Stores Limited

1d ago

Manager, Content Marketing

Sleep Country

2d ago

Video Creator & Editor (Volunteer)

Alliance for CancerCare Equity

2d ago

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Colt Canada

2d ago

Laboratory Technologist I

Alberta Precision Labs

2d ago

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Marketing Specialist- Quebec / Spécialiste du marketing – Québec

Home Hardware Stores Limited

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Companies Hiring for Jobs in Kitchener

Career Path & Salary Progression

Latest Jobs Added

Marketing Specialist- Quebec / Spécialiste du marketing – Québec

Manager, Content Marketing

Video Creator & Editor (Volunteer)

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Laboratory Technologist I

Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I

Physiotherapist II - Team Leader

Video Editor/Videographer

Senior Facilities Manager - Operations & AssetPlanning

Licensed Customs Broker for Strategic Growth

Customs Brokerage Consultant - Senior Level

Catholic School Counselor & Student WellnessLeader

Junior High School Counselor - Student Support &Guidance

Combined Laboratory / X-Ray Technologist I

Sales Engineer – HVAC Commercial market

Eastern District Manager

Customer Service Officer/ Call Center Representative - Part-time

Nike - Visual Merchandising Lead/Chef(fe) du merchandisingvisuel - Dix30

Treasury Manager - Remote, Cash Forecasting &Hedging

Client Support Specialist ( Remote- Canada)

Online Live Chat Support (Remote –Canada)

Intermediate Systems Engineer - AJISS Engineering Change

Lab Technologist at Wilson Memorial Hospital

Content Marketing Coordinator

Quality Control Inspector at IEM Canada

Medical Lab Technologist (OPSEU LAB), Special Hematology (Flow Cytometry)

School-Based Physical Therapist

Temporary Physical Therapist - Degree (Melfort)

Customer Service Specialist

Structural Engineer with Design Focus

Team Leader, Customer Success Management

Hybrid Customer Success Manager

Combined Laboratory / X-Ray Technologist I

Physiotherapist – West St. Paul Performance & Therapy Inc.

Travel Nurse - Community Health RN

Department Manager in Retail Store

Registered Nurse - Transition Coordinator

Senior Key Account Manager - West

Senior Account Manager Toronto Market

Emergency Support Case Management Position

Power Plant Operator (Shift)

Remote Senior Event Manager Role

Manufacturing Engineer at Canada

Entry-Level Sales Rep: Commission-Based & Flexible Schedule

Senior Technical Support Specialist, Khan Kids

Physiotherapist / Kinesiologist (Casual)

Associate (Infrastructure), Private Capital Middle Office

Technical Customer Service Representative

Key Account Manager - Partnerships and Private Label Mississauga, ON, CA

Inside Sales Representative (Remote - Central or Eastern Region)

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