Lead AI-Driven Backend Engineer for Accounting

TRSS; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in professional services is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to innovate and develop AI-powered systems for enhancing accounting workflows. This role involves collaborating with top experts to build scalable solutions and lead engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in backend development, particularly with Python and FastAPI, and a strong passion for AI-driven software. This position offers a hybrid work model along with industry-competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Flexible work-life balance

Career development and growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Social impact initiatives

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in backend development, building scalable web services and APIs.
• Strong debugging skills and a track record of building production-grade software.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Innovate in a startup-like environment by creating AI-driven software for accounting professionals.
• Design and build the backend for AI-native products focused on accounting research and workflows.
• Lead teams to translate AI capabilities into real-world applications.

Skills

Backend development

Python

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

Communication

AI-driven software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Job description

A global leader in professional services is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to innovate and develop AI-powered systems for enhancing accounting workflows. This role involves collaborating with top experts to build scalable solutions and lead engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in backend development, particularly with Python and FastAPI, and a strong passion for AI-driven software. This position offers a hybrid work model along with industry-competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.