Lead Backend Engineer

Summary

Join NuvoAir as a Lead Backend Engineer and contribute to building the next generation of our care platform. We are seeking an exceptional candidate with 10+ years of backend development experience, strong Java or Kotlin skills, and a passion for improving healthcare globally. You will develop new features, maintain backend systems, and ensure quality and scalability. This role offers a flexible work environment, competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven, award-winning company. Must reside in Canada. We value diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• 10 + years of backend development experience
• Heavy Java or Kotlin experience, along with ORM (Django, Hibernate) & relational database system
• Rolled out and supported an application with significant amount of users in production
• Experience with Docker

Responsibilities

• Develop new features together with the client teams
• Maintain and improve NuvoAir's backend systems
• Ensure quality, efficiency and security of NuvoAir's backend systems
• Work with the team in scaling NuvoAir's systems to accommodate the growing user base all over the globe

Preferred Qualifications

• DevOps experience
• Experience working in a Cloud environment (i.e. Azure)
• Domain Driven Design experience
• Web / Javascript development experience

Benefits

• Mission driven culture that’s recognized by “Best Places to Work” awards
• A global, diverse team that works hard without taking ourselves too seriously
• Competitive salary - an annual market rate review ensures our compensation bands align with Series A market salaries
• Flexible work environment - there’s no “standard” 9-5 here
• 20 days PTO and 5 sick days- take time to recharge when you need it
• Equity that’s venture-backed by top, global VCs - when we win, we win together
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short / Long term disability, and Life Insurance benefits - so you can take care of yourself and your family
• Annual Learning & Development stipend - your professional growth is important!