Xero

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Xero$90K — $120K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years experience in scalable production systems
  • Proficiency in C#, .NET, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS
  • Skilled in diagnosing and resolving complex issues
  • Experience creating technical documentation
  • Proven ability to drive impactful initiatives
  • Familiar with DevOps and CI/CD concepts
  • Strong advocate for automated testing methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain scalable backend microservices
  • Implement features for document ingestion and processing
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences
  • Take ownership of technical tasks and seek mentorship
  • Debug issues across Xero's technology stack
  • Participate in code reviews and apply best practices in DevOps
  • Write clear technical documentation for knowledge sharing

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Encouragement for knowledge sharing and continuous learning
  • Engagement in impactful projects that simplify user experiences
Full Job Description
Engineer

Toronto, CA / Technology - Engineering / Permanent

How you'll make an impact

Build: Develop and maintain scalable backend microservices using C#, .NET, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS, contributing to the reliability of Xero's document ecosystem.

Deliver: Implement new features and improvements to document ingestion, processing, and data extraction pipelines, ensuring high quality and test coverage.

Collaborate: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver exceptional user experiences that simplify financial management for our customers.

Learn & Grow: Take ownership of well-scoped technical tasks, seek guidance from senior engineers, and continuously deepen your knowledge of distributed systems and cloud infrastructure.

Problem-Solve: Debug and resolve issues across Xero's technology stack, contributing to root-cause analysis and implementing durable fixes.

Improve: Participate in code reviews, apply best practices in DevOps and CI/CD, and contribute to a culture of engineering excellence.

Document: Write and maintain clear technical documentation, including architecture notes and data flow diagrams, to support team knowledge sharing.

What you'll bring

  • 3+ years of experience in building, delivering and maintaining highly scalable production systems using a diverse range of tools and technologies across the full stack of our products.
  • Hands-on experience across a range of languages and tools. Proficiency in C#, .NET, Docker, Kubernetes, New Relic and AWS.
  • Able to diagnose and resolve complex issues across the legacy applications/technologies to unblock the team.
  • Create and update technical documentation for existing and new systems, including architecture diagrams, data flows to improve maintainability and knowledge sharing.
  • Able to take ownership of and drive high impacting / medium scale initiatives within the team.
  • Ability to refactor complex, monolithic systems into scalable, resilient components.
  • Proficient with DevOps and CI/CD concepts and tooling.
  • Strong advocate of the testing pyramid and automated tooling to safely and frequently release code.
  • Ability to review and coordinate team processes to improve quality and strengthen feedback loops.

About Xero

Xero is a cloud-based accounting software platform for small and medium-sized businesses. The company was founded in 2006 in New Zealand and has since expanded to serve customers in over 180 countries. Xero's platform allows businesses to manage their finances, including invoicing, payroll, and expenses, all in one place. The company has won numerous awards for its innovative technology and commitment to customer service.
Learn more about Xero
Size
4,784 employees
Industry
Founded
2006
NASDAQ

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