Remote Back-End Developer Jobs in Canada

Role Overview

Are you passionate about building the digital architecture that powers global applications? As a Remote Back-End Developer, you’ll work on high-scale distributed systems that drive performance, reliability, and innovation. This is your opportunity to join a fully remote team based in Canada, developing systems that support millions of users daily. With a competitive annual salary of $120,086, this position offers a gateway to meaningful career advancement while providing the freedom to contribute from anywhere.

You’ll become a vital contributor to an agile environment that thrives on collaboration, experimentation, and forward-thinking. From designing APIs that handle millions of requests to improving response times and implementing fault-tolerant services, you’ll be central to the company’s success. If you’re looking to join a tech-forward team that values innovation and delivers meaningful products globally, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

Core Development Tasks

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable back-end APIs using RESTful standards
• Develop and optimize server-side logic with languages like Python, Node.js, or Go.
• Manage and scale databases including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and MySQL
• Write secure code by adhering to industry standards such as OWASP
• Contribute to clean code practices and consistent code documentation

System Integration and Testing

• Integrate third-party APIs and services using OAuth2 and Webhooks
• Develop robust authentication and authorization mechanisms
• Maintain unit and integration tests using frameworks like Mocha, Jest, or PyTest
• Use test-driven development (TDD) and continuous testing practices

Agile Collaboration

• Participate in daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives in an agile environment.
• Collaborate with DevOps to streamline CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments.
• Pair program with engineers across time zones to encourage shared ownership

Performance and Impact

Key Metrics of Success

• 99.9% server uptime maintained across all major deployments
• Response time improvements of up to 60% in legacy API endpoints
• Reduction in infrastructure costs by optimizing cloud resources on AWS
• Achieving a 95% success rate in integration test coverage across microservices
• 40% decrease in user-reported issues due to enhanced code quality standards

Technical Environment

Development Tools & Frameworks

• Languages: Python, JavaScript (Node.js), Go, Java
• Databases: PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, MySQL
• Frameworks: Django REST Framework, Express.js, FastAPI
• Version Control: GitHub with GitOps workflows

DevOps & Monitoring

• Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm
• Cloud Providers: AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3), Google Cloud Platform
• Monitoring & Logging: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack
• Infrastructure as Code: Terraform and Ansible

Collaboration & Project Management

• Jira for agile sprint planning
• Confluence for internal documentation
• Slack, Zoom, and Notion for cross-functional communication

Why Work With Us

Our Developer Culture

We believe back-end engineers are architects of performance. Our team operates in a trust-based, asynchronous culture with decision-making autonomy. Engineers are encouraged to propose new ideas, conduct experiments, and contribute to architectural planning. Past initiatives by our team include building a dynamic scaling system for a high-demand fintech client and reducing cold-start times for cloud functions by 50%.

Learning and Development

• Over 100 hours of professional development annually per team member
• Access to certifications from AWS, Google Cloud, and industry-leading platforms
• Weekly knowledge shares, architecture reviews, and tech-focused mentorship

Remote Work and Benefits

Work Flexibility

• Remote-first culture with core hours in the EST time zone
• Flexible work schedules that prioritize autonomy and outcomes
• Async-first communication to accommodate diverse work styles

Support and Connection

• Annual hardware stipend and work-from-home optimization funds
• Bi-annual team retreats and virtual bonding experiences
• Peer-led interest clubs and virtual speaker events

Health and Wellness

• Inclusive medical, dental, and vision coverage is provided across Canada
• Access to virtual mental health support and wellness stipends
• Generous paid time off and a quarterly recharge day

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a back-end developer in production environments
• Strong foundation in object-oriented and functional programming
• Familiarity with cloud-native development and microservices architecture
• Experience integrating third-party APIs and managing authentication systems
• Strong proficiency in English, with well-developed interpersonal and team communication abilities

Preferred Skills

• Experience with GraphQL and asynchronous programming models
• Previous work on distributed systems or real-time applications
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases and event-driven architecture
• Background in DevSecOps and security-first development
• Working knowledge of performance tuning, load balancing, and caching strategies

Career Progression

Advancement Opportunities

We recognize excellence and encourage vertical and lateral growth. Back-end engineers can advance into Staff Engineer or Solution Architect roles, or shift horizontally into DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or security-focused tracks. Through regular 1:1s, career mapping sessions, and feedback cycles, we ensure each engineer has a path aligned with their strengths and interests.

• Promotion cycles occur twice yearly based on impact, not just tenure
• Internal mobility opportunities into technical leadership or mentorship tracks
• Sponsored certifications and leadership development training are available

Call to Action

If you’re ready to build robust infrastructure that enables exceptional user experiences across the globe, we want you on our team. Join an engineering culture that values autonomy, celebrates innovation, and supports continuous learning. This is your chance to develop systems that truly scale, all while working from the comfort of your home.

Apply now and shape the future of back-end engineering from anywhere in Canada.