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Staff Software Engineer, Core Shopping

Instacart

Calgary

Remote

CAD 200,000 - 289,000

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Job summary

A leading online grocery delivery platform in Calgary is seeking a Senior Engineer to conduct engineering reviews and architect solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience in system design, mentoring, and strong problem-solving abilities. This remote-friendly role offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for career advancement, aimed at shaping the future of the grocery industry.

Benefits

Salary up to $289,000
New hire equity grants
Flexible work environment
Opportunity for career advancement
Innovative team culture

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a senior engineer focusing on architecture.
  • Ability to lead engineering reviews and mentor junior engineers.
  • Experience designing systems for over 30 engineers.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct engineering reviews for high standards.
  • Architect service-oriented solutions to resolve issues.
  • Align with cross-functional teams for impactful technical strategy.

Skills

Senior engineering experience
Architecture and system design
Complex problem-solving
Exceptional communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Postgres/MySQL
OpenSearch
Job description
Overview

Employer Industry: Online Grocery Delivery

Why consider this job opportunity:

  • Salary up to $289,000
  • Eligible for new hire equity grants and annual refresh grants
  • Flexible work environment with remote work options
  • Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
  • Collaborative and innovative team culture
  • Be part of a transformative journey in the grocery industry
Responsibilities
  • Conduct engineering reviews to ensure high standards across all projects
  • Identify unifying patterns and systems to improve architectural coherence and efficiency
  • Architect and implement service-oriented solutions to address systemic issues
  • Mentor junior engineers, fostering growth and technical excellence
  • Align and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions and drive technical strategy
Qualifications
  • Proven experience in a senior engineering role with a focus on architecture and system design
  • Strong proficiency in coding and ability to engage in complex problem-solving
  • Experience designing and working on systems utilized by more than 30 engineers
  • Ability to lead engineering reviews and provide guidance to team members
  • Exceptional communication skills to influence and drive technical strategy
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field
  • Experience working alongside machine learning, product, and design teams
  • Previous experience in Search, Recommendations, and Personalization technologies
  • Experience with Postgres/MySQL and OpenSearch is a plus
  • A deep understanding of the online grocery or e-commerce sector

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