Staff Backend Engineer

Overview

Role involves leading backend architecture evolution and mentoring engineers in a dynamic team.

Ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience with strong PHP and Laravel skills, and a proactive approach to engineering culture.

Locations

• Canada

Requirements

• 8+ years of software development experience
• Strong proficiency in PHP and Laravel
• Leadership in agile methodologies

Responsibilities

• Lead backend architecture evolution
• Mentor senior engineers
• Design and implement scalable web applications
• Champion software quality tests
• Optimize support strategies for production applications
• Collaborate across disciplines
• Promote innovation in engineering culture
• Advocate for engineering technology initiatives

Benefits

• Mandatory PTO in the first week
• 1 Friday off per month
• Company-wide paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Flexible time off
• 80% employer paid benefits
• RRSP/401k match
• Generous parental leave
• Home office setup stipend