Senior Backend Engineer - Java/Python/Node (Remote)

Socket.dev; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NearSource Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead backend development for scalable services. You will architect and implement backend components using Java, Python, and Node.js within a microservices framework, delivering production-ready software with strong ownership.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive performance, CI/CD improvements, testing coverage, and follow enterprise-grade engineering practices to ensure reliable, scalable solutions for Fortune

Qualifications

• Proficient in backend engineering using Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python for backend services.
• Solid experience building backend services using Node.js.
• Expertise in microservices architecture and distributed system design patterns.
• Strong command of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Experience optimizing backend systems for scalability and performance.
• Proficiency with Git and build tools such as Maven or Gradle.
• Experience working with CI/CD workflows and automation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in production-critical environments.
• Demonstrated ownership and accountability in delivering enterprise-grade software.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and optimize scalable backend applications.
• Design and implement resilient microservices aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
• Lead RESTful API design, versioning, and integration with frontend and third-party systems.
• Drive performance optimization, reliability improvements, and production stability initiatives.
• Execute peer code reviews and enforce engineering best practices across teams.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement long-term corrective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical deliverables.
• Improve CI/CD pipelines and backend deployment workflows.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive unit and integration test coverage.
• Stay aligned with emerging backend engineering trends and apply industry best practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Python

Node.js

Microservices

RESTful API

Git

CI/CD

Testing

Ownership

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

NearSource Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead backend development for scalable services. You will architect and implement backend components using Java, Python, and Node.js within a microservices framework, delivering production-ready software with strong ownership.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive performance, CI/CD improvements, testing coverage, and follow enterprise-grade engineering practices to ensure reliable, scalable solutions for Fortune