Senior Backend Developer

Starboard Recruitment; Canada; On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech startup in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing and managing a cutting-edge technology stack, primarily using Python, Terraform, and AWS, to solve complex problems. You will take ownership of backend feature development, lead architectural decisions, and ensure the security and scalability of backend services. Join a rapidly growing company that values mentorship and collaboration, and be part of a team that is reshaping the tech landscape with AI-integrated solutions. If you're passionate about backend development and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in backend development with Python and cloud technologies.
• Strong knowledge of AWS and Terraform for infrastructure management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a diverse technology stack using Django and AWS.
• Lead system design and architecture decisions while mentoring junior developers.

Skills

Python

Terraform

AWS

Django

REST

Job description

Starboard Recruitment, on behalf of our client, is searching for an experienced Senior Backend Developer (Python/Terraform/AWS/REST).

Our client is one of Vancouver's top Series-A, freshly funded, AI-integrated, tech startups with an innovative platform completely disrupting their space. Headcount is ~70 and growing.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and manage a rapidly evolving technology stack on a diverse set of platforms ranging from Django, Terraform for AWS infrastructure and others.
2. Design and develop state-of-the-art approaches to solving complex and ambiguous problems using cloud-based technologies.
3. Take ownership of backend feature development and maintenance from ideation to deployment.
4. Lead system design and architecture decisions for the product.
5. Propose innovative solutions to complex problems, considering scalability and maintainability for backend systems.
6. Ensure backend services are secure, performant and scalable.
7. Manage processes to maintain SOC2 compliance.
8. Ensure code adheres to best practices, established patterns, and quality and performance standards.
9. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., web, mobile) throughout the development lifecycle.
10. Understand team dependencies and drive alignment across interconnected projects.
11. Champion clean code practices within the team, ensuring code quality and maintainability for backend projects.
12. Mentor junior developers in code quality and best practices specific to backend development.
13. Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in the backend development landscape.