Senior Backend Engineer (CFG)

CommIT

• $100K — $130K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of backend development, focusing on customer-centric products
  • Deep understanding of backend architecture, including microservices and API design
  • Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript or other relevant backend languages
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, focusing on high-volume data processing
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services

Responsibilities

  • Develop robust backend systems that meet customer needs
  • Architect scalable microservices and APIs for product features
  • Translate customer feedback into practical engineering solutions
  • Collaborate with product teams to enhance user satisfaction
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, customer-focused technical team
  • Engagement in diverse projects that impact product direction
  • Chance to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies
  • Collaborative culture that emphasizes continuous learning
  • Potential to develop technical skills in security and app development
Full Job Description
Description

We are hiring a Senior Backend Engineer for its Customer Focus Group (CFG) - a technical team that bridges engineering and the commercial side of the product. CFG members handle development, architecture, product, and direct customer interaction: translating customer needs into the product, building new features, and resolving pressing technical issues. The role needs a strong backend builder who can also take a holistic, product-and-customer view, with a focus on infrastructure, performance, and customer satisfaction.

Must-have skills:

  • Backend architecture - microservices, API design, and design patterns (deep understanding)
  • Node.js / TypeScript proficiency (or other relevant backend languages)
  • SQL and NoSQL databases, with experience scaling systems for high-volume data processing
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their services - serverless computing, managed databases
  • 5+ years of backend development, with a strong focus on customer-centric products
  • Proven problem-solving with a track record of performant, scalable solutions
  • Agile development practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Excellent collaboration and communication with globally distributed teams


Requirements

Nice-to-have skills:

  • Security / AppSec domain familiarity (OX is a security product)
  • Customer-facing / pre-sales technical experience
  • Experience bridging product and engineering
* Ladders Estimates

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