Senior Backend Engineer

Mistplay; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech industry is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to architect and develop innovative backend solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement through scalable features while leading code reviews and optimizing deployment processes. Join a vibrant work culture focused on growth and innovation.

Benefits

Virtual and in-person team lunches

Game nights and company events

Culture emphasizing growth and innovation

Qualifications

• 8+ years of backend engineering experience managing complex initiatives.
• Expertise in Node.js, Typescript, and JavaScript.
• Experience with non-relational and cloud databases.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop complex backend features.
• Optimize CI/CD processes with DevOps for efficient deployments.
• Monitor system health and address performance issues proactively.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Node.js

Typescript

JavaScript

AWS DynamoDB

AWS (SNS, SQS, Lambda, S3, Kinesis)

Job description

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Mistplay, you will:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, develop, implement, and maintain complex backend features and services that meet industry standards and best practices.
• Integrate backend services with frontend features to enhance user engagement and experience.
• Identify potential risks and dependencies, developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Break down technical projects into manageable tasks, ensuring timely delivery.
• Work with DevOps to optimize CI/CD processes for efficient deployment.
• Monitor system health and proactively address performance issues.
• Lead code review sessions to promote scalable and maintainable codebases.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of backend engineering experience managing complex initiatives.
• Expertise in Node.js, Typescript, and JavaScript technologies.
• Experience with non-relational databases like AWS DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in AWS cloud services such as SNS, SQS, Lambda, S3, and Kinesis.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and transforming monoliths into microservices.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting backend issues.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Python or Golang.
• Knowledge of relational databases.
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• Experience designing scalable RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of running APIs on services like ECR/EKS.
• Frontend experience with Android or PWA technologies.
• Interest in emerging backend technologies and AI integration.

*We thank all applicants. The masculine form has been used for simplicity. We are committed to employment equity.

Why choose Mistplay?

We strive to create a welcoming and enjoyable work environment! Our benefits include virtual and in-person team lunches, game nights, company events, and more. Our culture emphasizes growth, data-driven decision making, and innovation. We encourage sharing ideas, pushing boundaries, and realizing visions.