Senior Software Engineer, Achievers
CA$117-167k
More information about location
2 days a week in office (Liberty Village, ON)
Recognition and rewards software for employees
Open for applications
Recognition and rewards software for employees
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
CA$117-167k
More information about location
2 days a week in office (Liberty Village, ON)
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To change the way the world works.
Role
Who you are
- 5-7+ years of professional experience, with at least 2 in leading back‑end or full‑stack projects
- Hands‑on experience in system design, contributing to or leading the design phase of complex, multi‑component projects and seeing them through to delivery
- A good understanding of system architecture, trade‑offs, scalability, and performance in real‑world applications
- Openness to working with different modern technologies — professional experience in Python and/or Go is a strong advantage, but not required
- Good knowledge of microservices architecture and modern distributed system patterns
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working with cross‑functional teams
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
What the job involves
- Due to growth and internal promotions, we have multiple Senior Software Engineering roles with strong back-end focus available in various domains across the business
- Report to experienced Engineering Managers who can offer you mentorship, autonomy, ownership, and a genuine investment in your growth
- Drive product impact at a global scale - lead projects that impact positively how people experience work
- Work on complex, challenging projects - apply your expertise to shape architecture, influence technical direction, and mentor fellow team members
- Join a close-knit, high-performing team that solves meaningful problems and celebrates successes together
- Work alongside an experienced leadership team who is genuinely invested in your career growth
- Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where innovation is encouraged and your voice truly matters
- Own major product features end-to-end - from design to deployment - with a focus on quality, reliability, and scalability
- Lead system design and architecture discussions - bring clarity to complex problems and shape scalable solutions
- Be hands-on with the codebase - lead code reviews, champion best practices, and drive technical excellence
- Solve complex engineering challenges using tools like Python, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, Drone, Google PubSub, React/Redux, GraphQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and microservices
- Mentor and guide engineers of varying experience levels—foster a culture of learning, growth, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product and Design to align on priorities, requirements, and dependencies
- Lead engineering improvements - whether through better tooling, smarter processes, or adopting new technologies
- Stay curious - keep up with emerging tech and industry trends and provide fresh ideas
Application process
- Achievers does not use AI to make hiring decisions. When you apply to work with us, a real person reads your application—every time
- We believe in thoughtful, human-centred hiring, and we think your experience, personality, and potential can’t be judged by an algorithm
- That’s why we keep it personal and take the time to get to know each qualified candidate
Our take
Employees with a strong sense of belonging are twice as likely to be engaged, productive, and resilient. Achievers' platform aims to foster this belonging while delivering smart work experiences, guiding organizations towards an employee-powered culture. The platform offers personalized, mobile-first experiences and AI-driven content to boost employee participation.
Achievers caters to organizations ranging from 500 employees to large Fortune 500 companies like Marriott, Deloitte, 3M, and Microsoft. Annually, Achievers' members share tens of millions of recognition and celebration moments, highlighting its popularity and effectiveness. Continuous product enhancement is essential for maintaining its market leadership.
In 2024, Achievers became available on Google Cloud Marketplace, enhancing its strategic partnership with Google Cloud. This expansion streamlines procurement and management for customers, providing a reliable, real-time global network that delivers an exceptional user experience and performance. Integrations with Google Chat and Gmail will ensure seamless recognition within the workflow, demonstrating Achievers' commitment to empowering employee appreciation and recognition.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
21% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Sep 2011
$24.5m
SERIES C
May 2009
$6.9m
SERIES B
Total funding: $39.4m
Company benefits
- Parental Leave Top-up 👶🏼
- Health Benefits and Life Insurance Coverage Upon Your First Day 🩺
- RRSP Matching 🙌🏼
- Flexible Vacation 🏖️
- Employee and Family Assistance Program 🤝🏽
- Full access to the LinkedIn Learning Library 👩💻
- Internal Mentorship Program 🎓
- Employee-Led Employee Resource Groups 👏🏼
- A beautiful office space located in Liberty Village, Toronto 🇨🇦
- Participation in our Points-based Employee Recognition Program ✨
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth 📈
Company HQ
King West Village, Toronto, ON
Leadership
Scott Landers
(CEO)Before joining Achievers, he was on the Board of Directors at Bridgeline Digital and was the Chairman & CEO of Harver. He is currently also a Member of the Board of Directors at the Centre for Women & Enterprise.
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