Senior Backend Architect: Java & Cloud

Craver; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technology firm is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to manage technical leadership while enhancing backend systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in backend development, specializes in Java/Spring, and is proficient in cloud services. They will drive architectural decisions and mentor a team in a remote-first environment, ensuring system scalability. The position includes a competitive compensation range of $100,000 - $160,000 CAD.

Benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Massage therapy

Dental benefits

Stock option plan

Professional development support

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong background in software engineering fundamentals.
• Expertise in Java/Spring or equivalent backend frameworks.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Own all technical aspects for the Server Team, managing backend infrastructure.
• Lead team-wide initiatives with understanding of business impact.
• Design and implement complex distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Review and improve backend system health and reliability.

Skills

Java/Spring expertise

Cloud infrastructure mastery

Distributed systems knowledge

Microservices architecture

Strong database expertise

Education

Computer Science fundamentals

Professional backend development experience

Job description

A growing technology firm is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to manage technical leadership while enhancing backend systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in backend development, specializes in Java/Spring, and is proficient in cloud services. They will drive architectural decisions and mentor a team in a remote-first environment, ensuring system scalability. The position includes a competitive compensation range of $100,000 - $160,000 CAD.