Backend Developer

Summary

Join Sync, Canada's leading cloud storage provider, as a Senior Backend Developer Lead. Lead backend development, guide technical direction, and mentor a team. Leverage your database expertise to shape backend architecture and ensure scalability. This remote role requires experience with PHP, NodeJS, APIs, and databases. You will optimize backend performance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and maintain high-quality code. Sync offers a competitive salary, benefits, remote work options, growth opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in backend development with PHP, NodeJS, or similar technologies
• Strong understanding of APIs, databases (MySQL, NoSQL), and backend performance optimization
• Experience with version control (Git) and working in an Agile environment
• Solid problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve backend applications using PHP, NodeJS, and other technologies
• Build and enhance APIs and backend storage solutions
• Optimize backend performance and efficiency, ensuring scalability and reliability
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and contribute to product development
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to maintain high-quality standards
• Use monitoring tools like Sentry.io and Datadog to identify and address performance issues
• Stay updated on web development best practices and new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools like Docker

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity for hybrid or remote work
• Opportunity to grow within the company
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment
• Professional development and training opportunities