Backend Software Engineer

Summary

Join Canva's Help Content and Findability team and help redefine how the world experiences design. Based in Sydney or Melbourne with WFH options, you'll build efficient backend systems, collaborate with stakeholders on content, and improve backend engineering practices. The role focuses on scaling the help experience for 1 billion users using AI and personalized solutions. You'll work with a team dedicated to empowering users with the tools and support they need. Canva offers a range of benefits including equity packages, inclusive parental leave, wellbeing allowances, and flexible leave options.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Java, MySQL, ElasticSearch
• Ability to write performant, efficient code, including appropriate testing
• Enjoy working collaboratively with team members, communicating effectively, and taking ownership of projects and outcomes
• Ability to balance big-picture thinking and attention to detail
• Excitement about contributing to a rapidly growing and critical function of Canva and improving the help experience for millions of people around the world

Responsibilities

• Building efficient and reusable backend abstractions and systems
• Working closely with stakeholders and content designers to create world-class content structure and management
• Collaborating within and across teams to create wholistic solutions
• Identifying and improving practices and methodologies for backend engineering
• Finding opportunities for cross-team collaboration to work on new ideas and improvements
• Empowering and mentoring other engineers

Benefits

• Equity packages
• Inclusive parental leave policy
• Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance
• Flexible leave options