Software Engineering Manager (GOLANG AND JAVA)

ZipRecruiter; Greater Toronto Area; Remote; CAD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech startup is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team in developing next-gen payment infrastructure. The role involves hands-on leadership, driving development in Go, and optimizing existing Java systems. The position offers a competitive salary, extensive vacation, and the flexibility of 100% remote work across Canada, specifically for candidates residing in the Greater Toronto Area.

Benefits

5 weeks vacation

Full benefits

RRSP matching

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience leading software engineers in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong backend development skills in Go and Java.
• Track record of designing scalable, high-availability systems.

Responsibilities

• Leading & mentoring a team of 4-5 engineers.
• Driving greenfield development of high-performance financial services.
• Maintaining and optimizing existing Java systems.

Skills

Leadership

Backend Development

Technical Mentorship

Architecture

Tools

Go

Java

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Microservices

Job description

Job Description

Software Engineering Manager - FinTech | Remote Canada

Looking to take the next step in your leadership journey while staying hands-on with modern tech? We're working with a well-funded, high-growth FinTech startup building next-gen payment infrastructure used by millions of users globally. Their technology powers some of the biggest names in iGaming and sports betting, processing billions in volume annually.

They're on the hunt for a Software Engineering Manager to guide a small team of talented engineers, drive new development in Go, and help scale their mission-critical backend systems.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading & mentoring a team of 4-5 engineers, focusing on architecture, performance, and team growth.

• Driving greenfield development of high-performance financial services using Golang.

• Maintaining and optimizing existing Java systems to ensure scale, security, and speed.

• Architecting cloud- solutions using AWS, Docker/Kubernetes, and microservices.

• Collaborating cross-functionally with Product, DevOps, and Security teams.

• Enforcing high standards via CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code reviews.
  
  

What They're Looking For:

• Experience leading software engineers in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong backend development skills in Go and Java.

• Track record of designing scalable, high-availability systems.

• Familiarity with AWS, containerization, and microservices.

• A passion for technical mentorship and hands-on architecture.
  
  

Compensation & Perks:

• $200 base + 10% bonus

• 5 weeks vacation + full benefits + RRSP matching

• 100% remote across Canada (MUST LIVE IN GTA)

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.