Backend Engineer

Job TitleBackend Engineer Python (API & Platform Engineering)
LocationToronto, Ontario (Onsite)
Experience5-10+ years
Role OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Python Backend Engineer to build and scale high-performance backend systems. This role focuses on API development, platform engineering, and system design for enterprise‑grade, secure, and scalable financial platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python.
Build and manage RESTful APIs and backend integrations.
Contribute to platform engineering initiatives to improve reliability and scalability.
Participate in system design discussions for distributed systems.
Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end‑to‑end solutions.
Optimize performance, security, and observability of backend services.
Participate in code reviews and ensure engineering best practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong experience with Python backend development.
Hands‑on experience with REST APIs, JSON, and OpenAPI.
Solid understanding of system design, scalability, fault tolerance, and performance optimization.
Experience in platform engineering or building shared backend platforms.
Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps practices.
Bachelor's or Master's degree from a Canadian university or college.
Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in financial services or fintech environments.
Knowledge of microservices architecture.
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Exposure to security, compliance, and high‑availability systems.
Why Join?
Work on mission‑critical financial platforms.
Gain exposure to large‑scale, high‑impact systems.
Join a collaborative, engineering‑driven culture.
Contribute to modern backend and platform engineering initiatives.
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