Remote Software Engineer II - Store Catalog & Platform

Rakuten Kobo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital reading platform is seeking a Software Engineer II to develop software that enhances reading experiences. This remote position allows collaboration on backend solutions with .NET technologies and front-end integration with NextJS. Ideal candidates are proficient in C# or Java and have strong Git and JavaScript skills. The role includes opportunities for innovation and involvement in DevOps practices.

Benefits

Flexible hours and remote working environment

4 extended summer long weekends

Full benefits starting from your first day

Paid Volunteer days

Unlimited sick days

3% RRSP matching

Monthly commuting allowance for hybrid employees

Flexible health spending account

Training budget + Udemy account

Free Kobo device + free weekly e-book or audiobook

Weekly Kobo Tech University sessions

Maternity / paternity leave top up

90 Day Work from Anywhere program

Daily lunch credit when in-office

Dog friendly office

Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD and testing strategies.
• Strong experience with object-oriented languages like C# or Java.
• Strong experience with JavaScript frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in designing and developing software components.
• Build exceptional software using .NET technologies for backend solutions.
• Champion DevOps practices to keep the platform running smoothly.

Skills

Experience with Git

Strong experience with object-oriented languages like C#

Strong experience with JavaScript framework(s)

Experience with JavaScript meta-framework(s)

Eagerness to learn and try out new things

Good engineering Principles and Practices

Experience with observability solutions

CI/CD and testing strategies

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

React

NextJS

Job description

A leading digital reading platform is seeking a Software Engineer II to develop software that enhances reading experiences. This remote position allows collaboration on backend solutions with .NET technologies and front-end integration with NextJS. Ideal candidates are proficient in C# or Java and have strong Git and JavaScript skills. The role includes opportunities for innovation and involvement in DevOps practices.