Senior Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Platform - Core Automation)

Bison Trails; Canada; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cryptocurrency firm in Canada is seeking an experienced backend software engineer to design AI systems that enhance customer support processes. With a salary up to $260,100 CAD and comprehensive benefits, this role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment focused on mentorship and professional development. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in backend engineering, preferably with Golang and expertise in fintech.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Bonus eligibility

Equity options

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in backend software engineering, particularly with Golang or similar languages.
• Domain expertise in fintech and/or trading.
• Proven track record of delivering impactful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI systems that enhance customer support and compliance processes.
• Create a platform for automating workflows using Agentic AI.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across different organizations.

Skills

Backend software engineering

Golang

Distributed systems

Fintech knowledge

Job description

Employer Industry: Cryptocurrency and Financial Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $260,100 CAD
• Bonus eligibility and equity options included in the compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies in a rapidly evolving industry
• Chance to make a significant impact on the future of financial systems and customer experiences
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on mentorship and professional development

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Design and implement AI systems that enhance customer support and compliance processes
• Create a platform for automating workflows across various domains using Agentic AI
• Collaborate with stakeholders across different organizations to align on product development
• Shape the strategy and execution path for the employer's platform initiatives
• Mentor team members on coding standards and design techniques

What is Required (Qualifications):

• 12+ years of experience in backend software engineering, particularly with Golang or similar languages
• Domain expertise in fintech and/or trading
• Proven track record of delivering impactful solutions for customer flows and processes
• Experience in designing, building, and maintaining high throughput, low latency production services
• Strong technical knowledge of distributed systems capable of processing at massive scale

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with LLM and Agentic AI, including improving LLM grounding and reducing hallucinations
• Background in customer support, compliance, or financial crimes domains
• Experience in making build/buy decisions for software solutions

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