Software Developer - Russian speaking

Lightspeed; Montreal; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Software Developer (Backend) to join their Ecwid team in North America. This flexible, remote role involves creating software solutions to empower merchants with essential tools. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in English and Russian, along with experience in relational databases and a collaborative mindset. Join us to help merchants succeed in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible paid time off policy

Health and wellness benefit of $500 per year

Extended Healthcare benefits

Mental health online platform and counseling

Volunteer day

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and effective in team and independent settings.
• Detail-oriented and committed to quality.
• Collaborative with high emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Create and extend product functionality.
• Develop clean and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Russian

Experience with relational databases

Strong communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

Detail-oriented

Tools

Golang

Kafka

AWS SQS

Job description

Overview

Hello there! Lightspeed is seeking a Software Developer (Backend) to join our Ecwid (E-Series) team in North America. This role can be fully remote for the right candidate based in Canada. You will support in leading the development of software solutions that empower merchants with essential tools to thrive in the market. You will be part of a dynamic product development team dedicated to continuous value delivery, uphold software engineering best practices, and build resilient, scalable solutions for our customers. You will also provide technical mentorship and support our teams in achieving the extraordinary.

Lightspeed\'s Ecwid team is a function within our eCommerce business unit. Our goal is to enable merchants to grow their businesses by bringing and integrating the Lightspeed ecosystem, including payments, shipping, and other services, to help our merchants build unique experiences for their customers.

Please note that fluency in Russian + English is a mandatory requirement for this role.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Creating and extending the functionality of our products by contributing to our product platform
• Developing clean and highly maintainable code
• Collaborating as part of a team (squad) to deliver product features and functionality
• Collaborating with product managers, developers and stakeholders as part of a cross-functional team to deliver features and functionality
• Extending your own skills by learning from and growing with the team
• Be part of defining the product transformation as Lightspeed evolves its offerings to merchants and consumers globally
• Helping us all celebrate our achievements and have fun together along the way

Who you are

• Self-motivated with the ability to function effectively both in a team environment and independently
• Detail-oriented and committed to quality
• Collaborative with high emotional intelligence
• Accountable and take ownership of the success of your partners
• Proactive with a strong sense of urgency
• Customer-focused with a deep understanding of the importance of empathy in business

What you’ll be bringing to the team

• Golang experience (good to have but not required to be considered for the role)
• Experience with relational databases
• Familiarity with programming patterns and microservices architecture
• Experience with Kafka and/or AWS SQS
• Exposure to modern and mainstream technologies
• A product-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ownership, openness, and commitment
• Full professional proficiency in English + Russian languages

Even better if you have, but not necessary

• AWS knowledge
• Mentorship skills to help others grow
• Industry knowledge of eCommerce or POS systems
• Please review our test task at ecwid.to/dev

What’s in it for you

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture and the option of fully remote work
• Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs every day
• Opportunity to make a difference; help merchants grow their businesses and become more successful by creating or improving products and addressing customer feedback
• Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact
• Development of very high traffic products, used at the global scale
• Opportunities to learn and expand your skill set
• Become a valued part of the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed family

Benefits

• Lightspeed equity scheme (we are all owners)
• Flexible paid time off policy
• Extended Healthcare benefits
• Health and wellness benefit of $500 per year
• Paid leave and assistance for new parents
• Mental health online platform and counseling & coaching services
• Volunteer day

To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Lightspeed is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Where to from here?

Check out our career page for more information. Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the NYSE and TSX. With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and other sectors in over 100 countries. Lightspeed handles your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Statement.