Achievers11mo ago

Senior Software Engineer⭐

Canada·Toronto,TorontoFull-time permanentsenior

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Overview

Due to growth and internal promotions, we have multiple Senior Software Engineering roles with strong back-end focus available in various domains across the business.

Technical Tools

dockergraphqlkubernetesmysqlpostgresqlpythonreacta11ycode-reviewmentoringmicroservicessystem-design

Join our Platform Services team: an opportunity to shape technical direction and collaborate with a thoughtful, supportive team that genuinely values your expertise. and If you’re energized by tackling complex, meaningful challenges and want to accelerate your career growth, you’ll thrive here. Report to an experienced Engineering Manager who can offer you mentorship, autonomy, ownership, and a genuine investment in your growth!

Please note that this is a back-end focused role. Successful candidates will be able to bring a strong backend engineering background and be excited about continuing to deepen their expertise in backend and platform development. At this time, this role is not intended as a transition role for engineers whose primary experience and career interests are front-end-focused.

Drive product impact at a global scale - lead projects that impact positively how people experience work.

Work on complex, challenging projects - apply your expertise to shape architecture, influence technical direction, and mentor fellow team members.

Join a close-knit, high-performing team that solves meaningful problems and celebrates successes together.

Work alongside an experienced leadership team who is genuinely invested in your career growth.

Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where innovation is encouraged and your voice truly matters.

Own major product features end-to-end - from design to deployment - with a focus on quality, reliability, and scalability.

Lead system design and architecture discussions - bring clarity to complex problems and shape scalable solutions.

Be hands-on with the codebase - lead code reviews, champion best practices, and drive technical excellence.

Solve complex engineering challenges using tools like Python, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, Drone, Google PubSub, React/Redux, GraphQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and microservices.

Mentor and guide engineers of varying experience levels—foster a culture of learning, growth, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate cross-functionally with Product and Design to align on priorities, requirements, and dependencies.

Lead engineering improvements - whether through better tooling, smarter processes, or adopting new technologies.

Stay curious - keep up with emerging tech and industry trends and provide fresh ideas.

5-7+ years of professional experience, with at least 2 in leading back‑end or full‑stack projects.

Hands‑on experience in system design, contributing to or leading the design phase of complex, multi‑component projects and seeing them through to delivery.

A good understanding of system architecture, trade‑offs, scalability, and performance in real‑world applications.

Openness to working with different modern technologies — professional experience in Python and/or Go not required.

Good knowledge of microservices architecture and modern distributed system patterns.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working with cross‑functional teams.

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Why Achievers is a Great Place to Work™

At Achievers, we believe recognition is a powerful driver of connection. With more than 4.3 million users across 190 countries, our employee recognition and rewards platform empowers organizations to build cultures where people feel seen and valued, everyday. We’re a team of passionate, thoughtful builders who care deeply about our product, our customers, and each other. Visit achievers.com to see how we’re inspiring recognition everywhere.

Our Approach to Total Rewards

$117,000 - $160,000 reflects the salary range for this role, depending on experience, skills, and market data. We’re committed to providing a fair and competitive offer based on what you bring to the team. Each A-Players' compensation is reviewed at least annually against performance and impact in role. We want you to see your path to growth, understand your impact, and feel valued every step of the way.

Benefits and Perks for permanent full-time employees:

✨ Rewards for your impact through our Recognition and Rewards program

🩺 Health Benefits and Life Insurance Coverage beginning on your first day

👶🏼 Parental Leave Top-up

🙌🏼 Employer matched RRSP contributions

🏖️ Flexible Vacation to recharge, so you can bring your best

🤝🏽 Employee and Family Assistance Program offering mental health, legal, and financial counselling

🚀 Supported professional development and career growth (Linkedin Learning, mentorship)

👏🏼 Employee-Led Employee Resource Groups that celebrate our diversity

🧘‍♀️ Regular events designed to build connection, belonging, and well-being

🇨🇦 Hybrid flexibility, with time in our beautiful Liberty Village, Toronto office

Achievers is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can do their best work. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Achievers is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations for your interview, such as assistive technology, wheelchair accessibility, or alternative formats of materials, please let us know. We are happy to make necessary arrangements to support your needs.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

Toronto, Canada

Hybrid — some on-site time required

Who can apply

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Worldwide

Listing Details

Posted: August 27, 2025
First seen: March 26, 2026
Last seen: August 5, 2026

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Days active: 131
Repost count: 0
Trust Level: 33%
Scored at: August 5, 2026

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Achievers is a leading employee recognition and rewards platform that drives engagement and retention by integrating recognition seamlessly into the workplace.

Employees

350

Founded

2002

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