Senior Backend Software Developer

Summary

Join Breakthrough, a health-tech company boosting private practices, and build backend services, APIs, and databases. Collaborate with a team to deliver seamless solutions, perform code reviews, and optimize system performance. This fully remote position (US and Canada, excluding Quebec) requires 8+ years of backend development experience with C#/.NET Core and PHP (Laravel). You'll need strong problem-solving skills and be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment. Breakthrough offers unlimited PTO, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k/RRSP), and a focus on work-life balance.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in backend development
• Strong proficiency in C# / .NET Core and PHP (Laravel)
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and integration
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis)
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and message queues
• Experience with Docker and containerized environments
• Working knowledge of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment tools
• Understanding of software design patterns and secure coding practices
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Strong communicator and team collaborator
• Capable of leading technical discussions and making informed architectural decisions
• Detail-oriented, self-driven, and comfortable working independently
• Thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services, APIs, and databases
• Architect scalable and maintainable backend solutions for complex business logic and high-traffic applications
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, QA, and product managers to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions
• Perform code reviews and champion best practices in software development
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot production issues
• Ensure code quality with automated tests, CI/CD pipelines, and SOLID development principles
• Participate in architecture and design discussions to shape the future of our platform

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to frontend frameworks like ReactJS for improved cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• Fully remote – Work from anywhere in the U.S. or Canada (excluding Quebec)
• Unlimited PTO – Take the time you need
• Comprehensive benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)/RRSP with match
• Work-life balance – We care about your well-being both at work and at home