Backend Software Engineer, Tucows

$107.6-120k

Salary for candidates based in Canada; $93,600 - $104,000 CAD

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Postgres

Azure

RabbitMQ

JIRA

Git

JSON

REST API

Golang

FastAPI

Mid and Senior level

Remote from Canada, US

Keeping the internet open and connected

Job no longer available

Keeping the internet open and connected

501-1000 employees

B2BEnterpriseInternal toolsSaaSTelecommunicationsWeb Design

Job no longer available

$107.6-120k

Salary for candidates based in Canada; $93,600 - $104,000 CAD

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Postgres

Azure

RabbitMQ

JIRA

Git

JSON

REST API

Golang

FastAPI

Mid and Senior level

Remote from Canada, US

501-1000 employees

B2BEnterpriseInternal toolsSaaSTelecommunicationsWeb Design

Company mission

To make the Internet Better by helping people access the open Internet, narrowing the digital divide, and supporting fairness and equality.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
3+ years of professional experience as a backend software engineer or similar role
Proficiency in Python or Golang programming languages
Experience designing and implementing Restful APIs using web frameworks such as FastAPI or Gin
Experience with relational databases, preferable PostgreSQL and PL/pgSQL
Strong understanding of web technologies, protocols, and standards (e.g., HTTP, REST, JSON, XML)
Experience with Continuous Integration concepts and tools
Experience with version control using Git
Comfortable with agile methodologies, JIRA, and other project workflow tools
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to debug and troubleshoot issues in backend services and web applications
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Experience working remotely with a distributed team
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Desirable

Experience with message brokers, with a preference for RabbitMQ
Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker Swarm, Nomad, Kubernetes)
Knowledge in API security frameworks, token management and user access control including OAuth, JWT, OpenAPI, etc
Knowledge in networking, system administration, operations and infrastructure

What the job involves

As a Backend Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the server-side code for our web applications, databases, and APIs.
You are capable of navigating and understanding existing codebases. You will work closely with our front-end developers, product managers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our users
Design and develop secure, scalable, reliable, and efficient backend services using appropriate technologies
Work closely with frontend developers to define API endpoints and request/response formats and contents
Design and optimize database schemas, write efficient queries, and ensure performance and reliability
Integrate third-party services, libraries, and tools into our applications architecture
Implement security best practices, such as encryption, authentication, authorization, and protection against common security vulnerabilities
Optimize code and system architecture for scalability, performance, and maintainability
Write unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests to ensure the reliability and stability of our software
Debug and troubleshoot issues in new and existing systems
Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
Document code, APIs, and system architecture to facilitate knowledge sharing and onboarding of new team members
Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the process of building, testing, and deploying software updates

Our take

Tucows had dedicated itself, and its subsidiaries, to ensuring the internet stays open, accessible, and connected. The company is made up of three subsidiaries, Tucows Domains (the world’s second-largest domain registrar and reseller), Ting Internet (high-speed fiber internet provider), and Wavelo (telecom SaaS for CSPs).

Tucows’ technology supports hundreds of thousands of companies around the globe, as such, the company has seen substantial growth over the last few years, rapidly expanding operations into new markets in conjunction with the optimization and development of its award-winning services. The company announced a $40 million buyback program of its common stock which ran from February 2023 to February 2024. It hopes to see its growth continue to flourish over the coming years, and it seems well set to do so.

Steph

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

9% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (4)

Company

Company benefits

Flexible work hours and an asynchronous approach
Remote-first
"Distributed Workplace Bonus"
Health, vision, dental benefits
Annual Flexible Health Spending and Lifestyle Spending dollars
Learning and development programs with a flexible, annual learning reimbursement fund
Mental health benefits
Employee resource groups
Family/fertility planning support, parental and adoptive leave
Three weeks of leave, plenty of personal days, and annual paid gratitude days over the holiday season
Stock options
Retirement savings plan contributions

Company HQ

Liberty Village, Toronto, ON

Leadership

Elliot Noss

(President & CEO, not founder)

Current CEO of Ting, Tucows' high-speed fiber internet service subsidiary. They are also involved in ICANN, to promote and protect an Open Internet around the world.

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