Back-end Developer

Swim Recruiting; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Back-end Engineer for a 6-month contract. This exciting role involves enhancing a global eCommerce platform, utilizing Java-based technologies and AWS services. You'll play a key role in developing reliable backend systems while mentoring team members and ensuring high standards of code quality. The company is recognized for its innovative culture and commitment to technology, providing a supportive environment that fosters autonomy. If you're passionate about backend development and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of back-end development experience.
• Strong experience with frameworks like Node.js, Spring Boot, or Django.
• Proficient in server-side languages like Java, Python, or Ruby.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain server-side components for a scalable eCommerce platform.
• Lead design and development of reliable backend systems using Java and AWS.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align backend architecture with business needs.

Skills

Back-end Development

Node.js

Spring Boot

Django

Java

Python

Ruby

AWS

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

CI/CD

RESTful APIs

Microservices Architecture

Unit Testing

Job description

6-month contract Back-end Engineer role with an enterprise organization investing majorly into technology.

• 6-month contract Back-end Engineer role.
• Global enterprise organization.
• Hybrid work environment in Vancouver, 3 days a week in office.

What & Why:

As a result of new projects our client is looking to add a contract back-end engineer to their growing team. You will be expanding functionality globally for a partner e-commerce website. In this role you will be focused on building and maintaining the server-side components of a scalable eCommerce platform. You’ll lead the design and development of reliable backend systems using Java-based technologies and AWS cloud services, while mentoring team members and ensuring code quality and performance standards are met. In addition to owning the technical delivery of key features, you'll collaborate cross-functionally to align backend architecture with business needs, troubleshoot production issues, and drive platform-level improvements through architectural guidance and technical innovation.

Who:

This client is one of the most recognizable Canadian brands, a true Vancouver success story who has expanded globally. They are well known for their corporate culture and has won major awards for their accomplishments. They have invested majorly in technology and have had an incredibly successful past few years, including a major strategic acquisition. They have an all-star leadership team who keeps you accountable and provides support while still affording you tremendous autonomy. They are located close to rapid transit in newly renovated offices in downtown Vancouver and have a hybrid work environment, 3 days a week in office.

You:

You will bring the following education, skills and experience to the role:

• 8+ years of experience in back-end development.
• Strong experience with back-end frameworks such as Node.js, Spring Boot, or Django.
• Proficiency in server-side languages such as Java, Python, or Ruby.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• In-depth knowledge of writing unit test cases using frameworks like JUnit, Mocha, or PyTest.
• Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD principles and best practices.
• Advanced understanding of web technologies (HTTP, headers, Cookies, Caching, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience developing solutions for retail or eCommerce businesses.
• Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.

Compensation:

This role pays between $75-90 per hour.

Next Steps:

If the sound of this opportunity excites you, and you’re confident that it’s a good fit for your experience and career goals, then we’d love to hear from you! Please send your updated resume to us by applying to this posting and one of our awesome team of recruiters will be in touch.