Remote-First Backend Engineer - Scalable APIs & Security

Tucows Domains; Toronto; Remote; CAD 93,600 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a backend software engineer for a remote position in Toronto. The role involves designing secure backend services, collaborating on API development, and working with modern frameworks. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years experience, strong skills in Python or Go, and familiarity with PostgreSQL. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive remote work culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a backend software engineer.
• Hands-on experience with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL.
• Experience collaborating in a remote, distributed team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure, scalable backend services.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to define API endpoints.
• Write comprehensive tests to ensure system reliability.

Skills

Proficiency in Python or Go

Experience designing RESTful APIs

Strong problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Experience with relational databases

Familiarity with Continuous Integration

Proficient with Git

Communication skills

Collaboration in remote teams

Agile environment experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

Jira

Docker

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking a backend software engineer for a remote position in Toronto. The role involves designing secure backend services, collaborating on API development, and working with modern frameworks. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years experience, strong skills in Python or Go, and familiarity with PostgreSQL. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive remote work culture.