Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Just Appraised; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in backend development to join their fully remote team. This role involves designing and maintaining robust systems using Java, PostgreSQL, and AWS, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-centric solutions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, embracing a growth mindset and taking ownership of their work. With a commitment to inclusivity and empathy, this organization values the contributions of every team member, making it an exciting place to grow your career in technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in backend development with strong proficiency in Java and AWS.
• Experience with relational databases and API design.
• Proficient in version control, containerization, and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable backend systems using modern technologies.
• Collaborate with teams to define and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot and optimize application performance.

Skills

Java

PostgreSQL

AWS

API Design

Object-Oriented Programming

Agile/Scrum

Version Control (Git)

Containerization (Docker)

CI/CD Pipelines

Tools

Docker

Terraform

GitHub Actions

Job description

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We build software that combines classic web-based technologies with natural language processing (NLP) and AI to help local governments work faster, more accurately, and more efficiently. Over 120 local government entities in 25 states rely on us to help drive revenues and provide important services that power society.

About The Role

We are expanding our team to put values in our customers’ hands earlier. Our ideal candidate is:

• Eager for software and development excellence
• Committed to providing customer-centric solutions
• Comfortable with understanding and exploring the business domain
• Balances between short-term results and long-term execution

This position is fully remote and requires overlap with the existing team during 8 am ET - 5 pm ET, with +/- 3 hours flexibility.

What You'll Do

1. Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems using Java, PostgreSQL, AWS, Docker, Terraform, and other modern technologies.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
3. Work with business stakeholders and customers to write technical specifications and documentation.
4. Support and mentor other backend team members to promote their efficiency and growth.
5. Troubleshoot and debug issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure smooth operation of the platform.
6. Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability. Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
7. Identify and address technical debt and performance bottlenecks, and iteratively improve the products.

Qualifications

1. 5+ years working in backend development.
2. 5+ years working with relational databases.
3. 3+ years and proficiency in Java.
4. 3+ years and proficiency in AWS.
5. Strong proficiency in API design and data modeling, object-oriented programming, relational database design, and testing methodologies.
6. Proficiency in version control tools (e.g. Git), containerization (e.g. Docker), CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitHub Actions), and automated testing frameworks.
7. Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in customer-facing product engineering (B2B and/or B2C).
• Experience developing or working with geospatial analytics solutions.
• Experience with AWS, PostgreSQL, and Terraform.

Our culture

• EQ > IQ: We value great minds and the ability to communicate with empathy
• Customer Comes First: We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and how they use our products
• Start-to-Finish Ownership: We take responsibility for anything we can influence
• Actively Practice Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive team is as important to us as building a good product
• Fast-Paced Environment: The “growth mindset” is key to our success. If it won’t break anything, go for it!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting