Remote Senior Backend Engineer - Scalable Systems

Placements24; Kimberley; A distancia; CAD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Stock options

Remote work

Descripción de la vacante

Our client is a fintech innovator delivering scalable, secure backend platforms and real-time services. We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain robust APIs powering global platforms.

You will work on high-traffic systems with a focus on reliability, security, and performance in a remote environment. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in backend development, strong cloud and containerization experience, and deep knowledge of distributed systems.

Formación

• Bachelor's or master's degree in CS/engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of backend development focused on scalable systems.
• Strong expertise in at least one modern backend language (Python/Go/Java/Node.js).
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of microservices, distributed systems, RESTful APIs, and security best practices.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and APIs.
• Architect solutions for high-volume data processing and real-time systems.
• Manage cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) for performance and security.
• Develop and maintain robust databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL).
• Collaborate with frontend engineers and stakeholders; participate in code reviews.

Conocimientos

Python

Go

Java

Node.js

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Herramientas

AWS

GCP

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is a prominent fintech innovator, recognized for its scalable and secure financial solutions. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join our distributed engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend services and APIs that power our client's cutting-edge platforms. You will architect solutions for high-traffic, low-latency systems, ensuring reliability, security, and performance. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and modern backend development languages and frameworks. This is a premier opportunity to contribute your expertise to challenging problems in the financial technology space, working entirely remotely from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable and resilient backend services and APIs using languages such as Python, Go, or Java.
• Architect and implement solutions for high-volume data processing and real-time systems.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) for performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
• Develop and maintain robust database solutions (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL databases).
• Implement and enforce security best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and deliver features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and strategic technology decisions.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in backend development and distributed systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience in backend software development, with a strong focus on building scalable systems.
• Proven expertise in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems principles.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Proficiency with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Solid understanding of software development best practices, including testing, CI/CD, and monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with demonstrated success in remote work environments.

Benefits

Our client offers an exceptionally competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, generous stock options, and ample opportunities for professional development. This is a fully remote role, providing unparalleled flexibility and the chance to work with a global team of top-tier engineers. We foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and meritocracy. Join our client and contribute to building the future of financial technology from your chosen location.