Senior Software Architect

Viral Nation; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital marketing agency is looking for a Senior Software Architect specializing in fullstack development. You will lead technical direction in backend engineering, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, strong skills in backend technologies including Node.js, and a background in microservices architecture. Join a creative and growth-oriented environment where you can make an impact through innovative software solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in software development focusing on architecture.
• Expert in Node.js and web frameworks like Fastify.
• Background in database systems and data model design.
• Experience in API design and security best practices.
• Leadership experience in engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive API and data pipeline architecture.
• Collaborate with teams to define technical requirements.
• Establish software development standards and practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback.
• Optimize systems for performance and reliability.

Skills

Backend technologies expertise

Node.js

Microservices architecture

API design

Performance optimization

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CI/CD tools

Google Cloud

AWS

Azure

Job description

Overview

At Viral Nation, we specialize in building social-first ecosystems for brands to connect with the modern consumer journey. Our integrated solutions align strategy, talent, media, and technology with culturally relevant creativity to scale the world’s fastest-growing digital brands. Viral Nation offers a fluid, creative, and growth-oriented environment that will support your ambitions to apply your talents in an open, collaborative, and fast-paced culture. We’re driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver strategies, and we’re just getting started.

Viral Nation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Architect specializing in fullstack development to join our dynamic organization. This role will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of the backend engineering function. In this position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership, architectural guidance, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable backend solutions.

What You'll Do Here

• Develop, own and drive API, data pipeline and web application architecture and design;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and create architectural designs that align with business objectives;
• Select and champion the adoption of appropriate tools, libraries, and frameworks to enhance development efficiency and overall product quality;
• Establish and enforce standards, best practices, and guidelines for software development for the business;
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and maintainability;
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks in the platform;
• Create quality tracking metrics & dashboards for performance, standards, and security;
• Implement and advocate for performance optimization techniques to build performant applications;
• Optimize systems for performance, reliability, and scalability;
• Work closely with the engineering team to refactor and optimize existing codebase for long-term sustainability;
• Work closely with other architects to ensure end-to-end system consistency;
• Collaborate with product and other teams to understand system requirements and usage;
• Provide guidance and mentorship to squad engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement;
• Lead by example through hands-on participation in development activities.

What You'll Need To Have

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on architecture and design.
• Able to demonstrate a high-level of expertise in backend technologies such as Node.js and web frameworks such as Fastify.
• In-depth knowledge of database systems, data model design and data access patterns.
• Good understanding frontend technologies and concepts such as SSR
• Considerable expertise in web application architecture and design patterns, and performance optimization techniques.
• Strong background in microservices architecture and API design.
• Proven track record of identifying security best practices for RESTFUL API systems.
• Superior expertise in testing tools and frameworks.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD tools and processes, including containerization.
• Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
• Clear and concise cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, OR relevant experience.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, Azure.

Compensation Philosophy

At Viral Nation, compensation is structured, performance-led, and market-aligned. Pay decisions are intentional, based on role requirements, performance, and market alignment by country, and are set to maintain internal pay equity across comparable roles and levels.

Compensation progression is tied to demonstrated performance, expanded scope, and sustained contribution over time, not tenure alone. Employee compensation is reviewed regularly through formal performance reviews and check-ins to ensure alignment with role expectations and impact.

DEI Commitment

Viral Nation is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our agency. Viral Nation welcomes applications from people with visible and non-visible disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruiting and selection process.

Note

Viral Nation does not use AI-enabled tools to screen, assess, rank, or select candidates in our recruitment process. Our hiring teams make all hiring decisions.