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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Backend Engineer - **Company:** Tucows Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $155,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Database Schema, Software Debugging, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Internet Protocol, JSON, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Message Broker, OAuth, Software Maintenance, Query Optimization, RabbitMQ, JSON Web Token, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Openapi, Google Cloud, Docker Swarm, Software Security, Backend, Git, Fastapi, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Web Technologies, Restful APIs, Docker - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/p8tyl7djqn ## About the Role We are looking for an experienced backend engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, sharing knowledge, and building reliable software., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. * 6+ years of professional backend software engineering experience. * Experience providing technical direction while remaining hands-on. * Experience leading complex initiatives across multiple systems or services. * Strong experience with Python, Go, or similar backend languages. * Experience designing RESTful APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI or Gin. * Experience with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL, including schema design and query optimization. * Strong understanding of HTTP, REST, JSON, XML, and related web technologies. * Experience supporting production systems and responding to incidents. * Experience with automated testing, Continuous Integration, Git, and modern development workflows. * Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills. * Experience working in a remote, distributed team. Nice to Have * Experience with RabbitMQ or other message brokers. * Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. * Experience with Docker, Docker Swarm, Nomad, or Kubernetes. * Knowledge of OAuth 2.0, JWT, OpenAPI, and API security practices. * Familiarity with networking, Linux, infrastructure operations, or Internet protocols such as DNS, EPP, and RDAP. ## Description As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain the services, databases, and APIs that support our products. This is a hands-on individual contributor role that also includes responsibility for technical direction and coordinated delivery across multiple systems. You will lead design discussions, break down complex initiatives, coordinate technical work, and collaborate with Product, Operations, and other engineering teams to deliver secure, reliable, and maintainable software. This is a remote position for applicants based in Canada. Responsibilities * Design, develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and reliable backend systems. * Provide technical direction across multiple applications and services. * Lead architecture and design discussions and document important technical decisions. * Translate business and product requirements into practical technical plans. * Break down initiatives, coordinate technical work, and manage dependencies and blockers. * Collaborate with Product, Operations, and other engineering teams to coordinate delivery. * Design and maintain APIs, database schemas, integrations, and data contracts. * Improve system performance, security, observability, and maintainability. * Review code and technical designs and help maintain engineering standards. * Debug complex production issues and lead the technical response to incidents. * Write and maintain automated tests, technical documentation, and CI/CD workflows. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Build and Deploy a Fullstack App with Open Source Tooling](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/775-build-and-deploy-a-fullstack-app-with-open-source-tooling) ## Related Articles - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development)