Senior Backend Software Engineer at Achievers | Toronto

Achievers is looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join the Data Intelligence team in Toronto. This role centers on building and maintaining backend services that transform data from our SaaS platform into actionable insights for clients. Role overview As part of the team, you will design and develop backend systems using Python and Go. Our services run on a microservices architecture, deployed with Google Cloud Platform and Kubernetes. The focus is on delivering intelligent, high-impact solutions that help organizations use their data more effectively. What you will do Develop and maintain backend services that process and analyze platform data Work with Python and Go in a microservices environment Deploy and manage services on GCP and Kubernetes Help create seamless and valuable user experiences by solving engineering challenges at scale Requirements Experience with backend development using Python and/or Go Familiarity with microservices architecture Experience deploying services on Google Cloud Platform and Kubernetes Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work on large-scale systems Note: This position is focused on backend engineering, not data engineering.

Join our dynamic team at Achievers as a Senior Staff Software Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our most prominent member-facing products, including our flagship platform, Recognize. Serving over 4 million users worldwide, you will have the opportunity to deliver impactful solutions in a high-visibility environment. Our technology stack comprises a blend of microservices and micro-frontends utilizing Python, Go, and React, all deployed on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Kubernetes. You will tackle complex engineering challenges, from scaling high-traffic systems to designing intuitive user experiences that enhance user satisfaction and engagement. We pride ourselves on solving significant engineering problems at scale.

Join our dynamic Data Intelligence team at Achievers, where we develop innovative backend services that transform data from our SaaS platform into actionable insights that drive success for our customers. We are revolutionizing data utilization at Achievers by providing high-impact, intelligent services that redefine workplace efficiency. Our technology stack includes microservices crafted with Python and Go, deployed on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Kubernetes. Be a part of a team that aims to create seamless, intelligent, and delightful user experiences while tackling real engineering challenges at scale.

Join the dynamic team at Achievers as a Data Scientist, where you'll leverage your analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions and enhance employee engagement. You will be responsible for analyzing complex data sets, building predictive models, and providing actionable insights that will help shape our strategic initiatives.

As a result of our continued expansion and internal advancements, we are excited to announce multiple openings for Senior Software Engineers across various domains within our organization. You will have the opportunity to work under the guidance of seasoned Engineering Managers who are committed to providing mentorship, fostering autonomy, promoting ownership, and investing in your professional development. If you are ready to elevate your career to the next level, we invite you to connect with us!This position is available in a hybrid format (2 days per week at our Toronto office) or fully remote for candidates located anywhere in Canada.

About BreeBree is transforming the consumer finance landscape by providing innovative, efficient, and cost-effective financial services to over half the Canadian population living paycheck to paycheck. Operating within a vast yet underrepresented market, we aim to be the most affordable and reliable provider of short-term credit for the 20 million Canadians facing financial challenges.With over 600,000 Canadians already benefiting from Bree's services, we are just beginning our journey. Our company is experiencing rapid growth, achieving product-market fit, and is positioned to become a leading FinTech player in Canada. With annualized revenues in the eight-figure range, we are on a double-digit growth trajectory, maintaining profitability and an impressive employee retention rate. As a proud participant of Y Combinator in 2021, we successfully secured a $2 million seed funding shortly thereafter.About the RoleWe are seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer to lead the architectural development of our serverless infrastructure, utilizing the latest AI development tools. The ideal candidate will possess extensive backend experience, a dedication to creating clean and maintainable systems, and an innovative mindset towards AI-assisted development.What You'll DoArchitect and advance our serverless backend systems with an emphasis on scalability, maintainability, and enhancing the developer experience.Refactor and modernize our existing Lambda-based microservices architecture to implement patterns that optimize AI tool effectiveness.Create and maintain robust data pipelines and payment processing systems across various providers.Promote best practices in AI-native development, establishing patterns and abstractions that foster rapid iteration with tools such as Cursor and Claude Code.Collaborate with infrastructure engineers to refine our AWS-based architecture using Infrastructure as Code.Drive the consolidation and standardization of our data layer across Supabase, Firebase, and legacy systems.What You'll NeedExpert-level proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS services.Demonstrated experience with serverless architectures and microservices.Strong understanding of database systems and data modeling.Familiarity with AI development tools and methodologies.Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to development challenges.

Join Opendoor as a Software Engineer specializing in Backend Pricing, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of real estate technology.As part of our dynamic team, you will develop innovative back-end solutions that enhance pricing algorithms, ensuring optimal performance and delivering a seamless user experience.

Join Justworks as a Senior Backend Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping our technology landscape. You will work on high-impact projects, designing and implementing scalable backend systems that support our mission of simplifying business operations for our clients. Your expertise in backend technologies will be critical in delivering exceptional digital experiences.

NimbleRx is a pioneering healthtech company dedicated to transforming the way individuals access, understand, and manage their healthcare. Our journey begins with the ambition to create the world's most beloved pharmacy business. As a rapidly expanding, tech-centric startup, we are committed to enhancing the experiences of both patients and pharmacists. At Nimble, we cultivate a collaborative culture that encourages open communication and purposeful action, empowering us to tackle today's most exciting challenges and achieve rapid growth.* Please note: Sponsorship options are limited as Nimble does not have an entity established in Canada.As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing the technology and customer experiences that are essential to our various web products serving patients, pharmacies, and other clients of NimbleRx (www.nimblerx.com). You will collaborate with a team of exceptional and driven software engineers who prioritize performance, reliability, and scalability in their work. Your contributions will involve close cooperation with other developers, product management, and design teams to define feature requirements and technical use cases, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality code.Our engineering culture: We embrace a philosophy of shared trust and humility, fostering a sense of unity as we collaboratively navigate the challenges of a fast-growing business. Our daily operations reflect our core values of empathy, simplicity, autonomy, leadership, ownership, curiosity, a bias for action, and mentorship, all within a highly cooperative environment.

About FeatheryFeathery revolutionizes data intake workflows for insurance and wealth management firms. Industry leaders depend on Feathery to streamline crucial operations such as underwriting, client onboarding, and automated account openings.With significant revenue growth and increasing demand from enterprises, we are expanding our engineering team to handle progressively intricate, data-driven workflows across our platform.Why We’re HiringAs Feathery continues to grow, so does the complexity and scale of the systems that support our product—ranging from document processing pipelines to real-time workflow execution.We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to assist in constructing and scaling the foundational infrastructure behind our document intelligence and workflow platform. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys designing reliable, high-performance systems and taking charge of backend architecture in a rapidly growing B2B SaaS environment.You will collaborate closely with product, engineering, and customer-facing teams to deliver systems that are swift, resilient, and finely tuned to customer requirements.About the RoleThis is a high-ownership role that encompasses:Backend system design and distributed architectureInfrastructure, scalability, and performance optimizationProduct-focused engineering and problem-solvingCross-functional collaboration across product and customer teamsYou will play a pivotal role in shaping the systems that drive Feathery’s platform—ensuring they are reliable, scalable, and capable of managing complex, real-world applications.What You’ll DoBackend Systems & InfrastructureDesign, build, and scale backend services that facilitate document processing and workflow automationDevelop asynchronous pipelines and distributed systems for managing large data volumesConstruct and maintain infrastructure utilizing AWS services and queuing systems (e.g., SQS)Guarantee high availability, fault tolerance, and observability across systemsOptimize systems for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiencyData Processing & Platform CapabilitiesEstablish systems for processing and transforming both structured and unstructured dataIntegrate data sources and ensure seamless data flow

Role Overview Venn is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer in Toronto. This role focuses on designing and improving backend architecture to support reliable, scalable applications. The position involves close collaboration with colleagues from various teams to deliver solid software that supports business goals.

Join Centari as a Senior Backend Software Engineer!At Centari, we revolutionize high-stakes dealmaking by unlocking the power of private deal data. Our innovative deal intelligence platform is paving the way for a new era in law and finance, transcending mere automation to embrace data-driven decision-making. Our proprietary Deal Reasoning Engine converts complex documents into actionable insights, equipping global deal teams with the knowledge needed to negotiate effectively.We foster a diverse team of attorneys, financial experts, and engineers within a hybrid, cross-cultural environment. Our mission is supported by esteemed enterprise AI investors, including GTMfund and industry veterans such as Jeremy Kranz and Andy Appelbaum.We thrive on complexity as it breeds innovation. If you're a proactive builder who excels in ambiguous situations and embraces radical ownership, we want to connect with you!For more details, visit centari.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Marqeta is seeking skilled Senior Backend Software Engineers to become part of our dynamic Engineering team. In this role, you will develop high-performance software that supports Marqeta's backend services. Your responsibilities will include creating and reviewing engineering design documentation, enhancing our systems, infrastructure, and processes, developing new features, conducting code reviews, and collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders across the organization. As a Backend Engineer, you will deliver meaningful products that contribute to Marqeta's position as a leader in modern card issuing. You'll have the opportunity to innovate on system architecture, produce impactful software, and mentor junior engineers. Participation in a rotational on-call pager duty is a required aspect of this role, with specifics varying by team. This will be discussed further during the interview process. We embrace a Flexible First approach, allowing this role to be performed remotely from anywhere within Ontario or British Columbia, Canada. We would love for you to join our team! This posting is for multiple Senior Software Engineering positions across Marqeta.

Join Movable Ink, where we empower marketers with cutting-edge data-activated content generation and AI-driven decision making. Trusted by some of the world's most innovative brands, we help maximize revenue, streamline workflows, and enhance marketing agility. With headquarters in New York City and a diverse team of nearly 600 professionals, our reach extends across North America, Central America, Europe, Australia, and Japan.We are on the lookout for a skilled Senior Backend Engineer specializing in Distributed Systems to join our Activation Team. This dynamic group is dedicated to transforming extensive data sets into actionable insights. In this role, you will design and implement robust distributed software systems capable of processing data at high speeds and scale. The position offers the chance to innovate and create substantial impact by developing sophisticated multi-tiered systems that deliver exceptional value to our esteemed clients. You will be responsible for crafting and deploying high-quality, scalable AI solutions while producing technically impressive products.

As a Senior Vendor Relations Manager at Achievers, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our partnerships and ensuring optimal collaboration with our vendors. Your expertise in vendor management and negotiation will be instrumental in driving strategic initiatives that align with our company's goals. You will lead efforts to streamline processes, improve vendor performance, and foster strong relationships that contribute to our overall success.

Empower Every Identity, from AI to HumanIdentity is critical in harnessing the potential of AI. At Okta, we secure AI by developing a trusted, neutral infrastructure that allows organizations to confidently navigate this transformative era. This mission demands a relentless commitment to tackle complex, real-world challenges. We seek individuals who build and own their projects, operating with urgency while delivering excellence.This role offers a chance to engage in career-defining work. If you share our passion for this mission, let's connect.The TeamHave you ever pondered how large enterprises ensure that the right individuals access their most crucial systems? That's the core challenge we address.The Okta Privileged Access Management (PAM) team employs an identity-centric methodology to tackle a vital privileged access use case. Our sophisticated Zero Trust architecture is tailored for the modern cloud, aiding customers in resolving significant security and operational challenges on a large scale.Our team constructs the infrastructure that governs access to sensitive servers, databases, and cloud resources, ensuring access is granted only when necessary. We serve as the security layer bridging users (and non-human interfaces) with the systems essential for their tasks. The RoleWe are in search of a Staff Backend Software Engineer passionate about solving complex problems: distributed systems and creating software where precision is paramount. You will deploy code that safeguards real infrastructure for authentic organizations. Your work will underpin multiple feature teams. Enhancements you make in speed, reliability, or usability will have a ripple effect throughout the product.This position is for someone who enjoys contemplating how systems interconnect. You should possess strong viewpoints on effective abstractions and the adaptability to refine these abstractions as the product evolves. What You’ll Be Doing Actively contribute to the evolution of PAM's core architectureCollaborate with product development teams to create scalable, composable components of our platformDesign and implement scalable architecture patternsDevelop APIs utilizing OpenAPI Specification that our customers depend on for production infrastructure accessEngage with backend systems developed in GoParticipate in rotational on-call responsibilities alongside SRE and product teams

Join Achievers as a Senior Financial Analyst and play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence within our organization. You will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support strategic business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators, ensuring financial integrity and compliance.

At Relay, we are on a mission to empower self-made business owners through our innovative digital banking platform. Our goal is to provide these entrepreneurs with the financial clarity, confidence, and control needed to transform their hard work into enduring success. By eliminating the uncertainties of finance, we help turn cash flow from a source of stress into a powerful tool for building robust and resilient businesses.Our Engineering team plays a pivotal role in creating banking products that drive the success of millions of small businesses. As we embark on a transformative journey in the banking sector, we are seeking a passionate and impact-oriented Senior Software Engineer to join our expanding team. We value individuals who embrace smart risks, boldly experiment, and learn from challenges.In this role, you will confront complex challenges, deliver high-quality and robust code, and help shape the systems that underpin our products. This is a unique opportunity to engage with our entire product suite, influence technical decisions, and implement features that our customers adore. If you are eager to create top-tier fintech products within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.Key ResponsibilitiesFull-Cycle Development: Take ownership of features throughout the entire development lifecycle—from design and development to testing, deployment, and monitoring—ensuring reliability and performance at scale.Infrastructure Management: Oversee our production systems, enhance infrastructure, and contribute to the availability, scalability, and resilience of our platform.Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with Product, Design, and cross-functional teams to develop solutions that align with customer and business needs.Innovative Mindset: Proactively seek out opportunities for technical, process, and product enhancements, driving the team to elevate standards and influence long-term technical strategies.Your QualificationsA minimum of 3 years of experience in full-stack software engineering.Demonstrated leadership in developing significant components or features, successfully delivering them with minimal oversight.Experience mentoring junior engineers, sharing knowledge, and fostering the growth and skill development of the entire team.

Okta builds secure identity solutions for both people and AI, providing trusted infrastructure that helps organizations manage access in a complex technology landscape. The company’s mission centers on delivering secure, reliable access for everyone. The Privileged Access Management (PAM) team at Okta uses an identity-first approach to tackle privileged access challenges. By applying Zero Trust principles designed for cloud environments, the team enables organizations to control access to sensitive servers, databases, and cloud resources. Their work ensures that only authorized users and systems can reach critical assets when needed. Role overview This Staff Backend Engineer position focuses on distributed systems and core software infrastructure. The role involves deploying code that safeguards real-world infrastructure for Okta’s customers. Contributions in this role support several feature teams and influence the speed, reliability, and usability of the product. Success in this position requires a strong understanding of how systems connect, an appreciation for solid abstraction, and the ability to adapt those abstractions as products change. What you will do Advance the core architecture of Okta’s PAM platform. Collaborate with product development teams to build scalable, modular components. Design and implement scalable architecture patterns. Develop APIs using the OpenAPI Specification to enable customer access to production infrastructure. Work with backend systems written in Go. Participate in rotational on-call duties alongside SRE and product development teams. Location This role is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Join Achievers as a Senior Procurement Specialist, where you will play a vital role in enhancing our procurement processes and fostering strategic supplier relationships. You will be responsible for analyzing purchasing data, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Your expertise will help streamline operations and drive cost-efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards.