Staff Software Engineer (Backend/Data)

Location

Remote and hybrid options are available across most regions.

Salary

Annual base salary: $121,000–$159,000 CAD, with potential bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Company

Varicent provides SaaS solutions for Sales Performance Management and revenue optimization, including an ELT application for automating data workflows and processing.

What you will do

• Design, build, and scale REST APIs and large-scale data-processing pipelines for high-volume datasets.
• Architect and optimize backend services for high throughput and low-latency performance.
• Develop data-intensive and event-driven applications using Python, TypeScript, C#, and AWS-native services.
• Improve performance, reliability, and scalability across microservices and cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, DevOps, and QA throughout the development lifecycle.
• Mentor developers, guide code reviews, and raise engineering quality standards.

Requirements

• 6+ years of backend or full-stack engineering experience with a strong backend focus.
• 3+ years of experience with TypeScript, Node.js, or C#.
• Advanced experience with AWS services such as EC2, EKS, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, and Step Functions.
• Experience with large datasets, distributed computing, and batch or stream processing using technologies such as Spark, Dask, EMR, Glue, or Kafka.
• Strong understanding of system design, distributed systems, scalability patterns, and cloud architecture.
• Ability to document solutions clearly and participate in technical discussions with stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to local needs.
• PTO and public holidays, plus dedicated volunteer days.
• Ignite Days, tuition assistance, and professional development support.
• Retirement plans and market-based compensation.
• Remote and hybrid work flexibility across most regions.
• Diverse, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Hiring process

• AI tools assist with candidate screening and assessment alongside human decision-making.
• Compensation is assessed based on qualifications and market data during the interview process.