Are you a backend engineer who enjoys owning complex systems and making them better over time? Do you like working on real-world products used at scale? Are you comfortable in an environment with high standards, direct feedback, and real ownership? This role sits within a growing software company building a up-to-date platform that supports complex operational workflows at scale. The product is well-established, actively used, and entering a phase focused on performance, reliability, and long-term technical evolution. You’ll join an experienced engineering team working on a production-grade platform with real impact. This is a high-ownership role focused on backend systems, improving architecture, and helping prepare the platform for future AI-driven capabilities - alongside engineers who care deeply about quality and thoughtful execution. What You’ll Be Doing Building and maintaining backend services for a production SaaS platform Designing and scaling APIs and core backend systems Improving system performance, reliability, and maintainability Collaborating with engineering and product leadership on technical direction Refactoring existing services and strengthening platform foundations Supporting future AI-driven features and integrations Owning projects end-to-end,



from design through deployment What They’re Looking For 6+ years of backend engineering experience Strong experience with Node.Js and TypeScript Experience working on production systems at scale Comfort operating in fast-moving, high-accountability environments Strong communication and collaboration skills Pragmatic, thoughtful, and ownership-driven mindset Why This Role Senior-level ownership with influence over technical direction Opportunity to modernize and scale a mature platform High-trust, low-ego engineering culture Hybrid work model (1–2 days onsite) Competitive compensation and equity Compensation Transparency The expected compensation range for this role is $140,000 – $165,000 annually , depending on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may include: Equity or stock options Health, dental, and wellness benefits Other non-discretionary compensation Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) AI is not used to screen or evaluate candidates. All applications are reviewed by the hiring team. Vacancy Status This is an active, open role . Additional Notes Compensation details and negotiation guidance will be shared during the interview process, as appropriate. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Back End Developer - $140,000 - $165,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 SearchLabs
📍 Toronto