Senior Solution Architect

Job & Company Overview

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and exciting startup environment, then this is the job for you! As a Senior Solution Architect, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing robust software solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will play a crucial role in guiding the technical direction of our projects, ensuring high-quality code and architectural best practices. This position requires a blend of hands-on coding expertise and strategic architectural thinking. You'll play a pivotal role in maintain our 100% growth rate from day 1 and you'll be able to continuously share your ideas with us. What's more? As our company grows, you'll have the opportunity to grow with us!

What You'll Do

• Lead the entire lifecycle of solution design, development, and deployment for complex, scalable web applications and services.
• Drive technical discussions and influence strategic decisions with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and project specifications.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and promoting architectural best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

What to Look Forward To

• The chance to share your ideas & make an impact
• Personal & professional development programs
• A great team culture
• Promotion opportunities as our team continues to grow
• Own a part of the business in the ESOP program as of month 6
• Health benefits
• 3 weeks vacation + 1 week off for the holidays

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of extensive experience with Java and Spring Boot in a high-growth environment.
• 5+ years of experience with MySQL, NoSQL, and similar database management systems.
• 3+ years of experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Angular).
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing Microservices, Serverless, and Composable Architectures.
• Proven expertise in implementing and optimizing DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines, including CI/CD automation.
• Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and managing solutions on the Azure cloud platform.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills for complex, ambiguous technical challenges, with a proven track record of successful resolution.
• Strong technical leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and driving technical consensus.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python and Node.js
• Familiar with Design Patterns.
• Experience in leading technical teams and projects.

What We Value

• Get our hands dirty: We hustle for our customers and our team.
• Pick up a shovel: We take initiative and focus to move the business forward.
• Win as a crew: We respect, listen, and challenge each other to succeed.
• Have fun: We love a good laugh and encourage everyone to be their authentic selves.
• Great team culture: We want to hear your ideas! We have a work-hard, play-hard team mentality. Click on link below to view our culture code:

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Why Work at GoMaterials?

As one of Montreal's fastest-growing startups, GoMaterials is revolutionizing the procurement process in the landscape construction industry! Our B2B marketplace optimizes how landscape contractors source plant and hardscape materials and has allowed us to be named in one of Canada's Top Growing Companies ( by the Globe and Mail and one of Deloitte's Fastest Growing Companies in North America ( one of Canada's most innovative companies in 2018 by Innovations of the World ( and be one of 11 companies included in the Lazaridis Scaleup Program ( cohort.

Since our inception, we have helped landscapers save time, money, and stress and plant over 1.5 million plants and trees. Led by a young and eager group of entrepreneurs, GoMaterials is aggressively expanding across North America. We are therefore looking for amazing people to add to our team!

Ready to Apply?

If you think you'd be a great fit at our company and are passionate about this job, we want to hear from you!