Senior Backend Developer

Creator; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Vancouver seeks a Senior Backend Developer to lead the migration to microservices architecture and ensure scalable backend systems. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience and proficiency in Node.js and PostgreSQL. This role offers a competitive salary of $100,000 - $130,000 CAD, hybrid work flexibility, and a vibrant office environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible remote work 2 days per week

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Access to industry events and conferences

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong backend focus.
• Proficiency in Node.js and PostgreSQL.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and scaling microservices-based architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the migration of our platform from a monolith to a microservices-based architecture.
• Write, review, and maintain clean, efficient, and testable code in Node.js.
• Provide technical mentorship to engineers.

Skills

Node.js

PostgreSQL

Microservices architecture

System design principles

REST APIs

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Company: Creator

Title: Senior Backend Developer

Status: Full-time, Hybrid

About Creator

Looking for your next big opportunity in product development? Say hello to Creator, we connect brands of all sizes with influencers worldwide through our software platform and deliver social media campaigns that drive real results. Recently ranked #1 by G2 in their Momentum Report, our technology & services are leading the way for influencer marketing with a high growth trajectory, driven by our users' satisfaction, expanding team, and strong digital presence.

Our platform is trusted by global brands like Oakley, North American leaders including Groupon & Fanatics, as well as national retailers such as Best Buy. Top agencies like Gen3, whose clients—Fender, Sonos, and Lyft—rely on Creator to take their influencer strategies to the next level. If you are looking to shape the future of influencer marketing, we would love to meet you.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Software Engineer with expertise in Node.js, PostgreSQL, and microservices architecture to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an experienced backend engineer who thrives in designing and implementing scalable systems. You will play a pivotal role in modernizing our platform through migration to microservices, mentoring team members, and ensuring that our backend systems are performant, secure, and built for scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Leadership
  • Lead the migration of our platform from a monolith to a microservices-based architecture.
  • Design, implement, and oversee backend systems that are scalable, reliable, and secure.
  • Define technical standards and best practices for backend development and system integration.
• Backend Development
  • Write, review, and maintain clean, efficient, and testable code in Node.js.
  • Work with PostgreSQL and other persistence solutions to ensure data integrity and scalability.
  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and event-driven services to support product features.
  • Collaborate with front-end and product teams to integrate services effectively.
• Mentorship
  • Provide technical mentorship to engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and growth.
  • Conduct design reviews and code reviews, ensuring high-quality engineering practices.
• Collaboration
  • Partner with product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Contribute to technical discussions and decision-making processes with clarity and authority.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Technical Expertise
  • 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong backend focus.
  • Proficiency in Node.js and PostgreSQL.
  • Proven experience in designing, implementing, and scaling microservices-based architectures.
  • Strong understanding of system design principles, REST APIs, and event-driven architectures.
  • Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS or equivalent) for deploying backend services.
• Leadership and Mentorship
  • Experience mentoring engineers and/or leading technical initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills to articulate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for deploying backend services.
• Familiarity with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SNS/SQS) for event-driven systems.
• Exposure to modern CI/CD practices (not a core responsibility, but an asset).
• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort in ambiguity.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package (health, dental, and vision insurance)
• A vibrant office in downtown Vancouver with the flexibility of remote work 2 days per week
• An inclusive environment with a team of passionate and talented individuals.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth, with access to industry events and conferences.
• A supportive company culture that values collaboration, innovation, and communication.

Compensation

We offer a starting salary of $100,000 - $130,000 CAD

Total compensation includes salary, bonus, benefits, and other perks.