Senior Backend Developer

Summary

Join 1Password as a Senior Developer and contribute to building a safer digital future. This remote position, available in Canada and the US, requires 5+ years of backend development experience with familiarity in frontend technologies, preferably Golang and TypeScript. You will lead development, testing, and debugging of software systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and drive technical design and implementation. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to best practices. Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous PTO, equity grants, and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Requirements

• Have primary experience with backend languages and frameworks with familiarity in frontend languages and frameworks, preference for Golang and TypeScript
• Have 5+ years of experience in software development
• Have a passion for and strong experience in software development best practices, coding standards, and design patterns
• Be energized by solving complex problems with a demonstrated ability to tackle complex problems and propose effective and innovative solutions
• Have a passion for communication and collaboration with strong skills demonstrated in working effectively with teams and communicating technical concepts to non-technical cross-functional partners
• Have proven experience in implementing testing methodologies and debugging techniques to ensure high-quality code
• Learn continuously, share knowledge, and mentor developers across your team through pair programming, giving feedback to junior developers and peers on technical designs, merge requests, and other areas

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, testing and debugging of production software systems for new and existing product features. Ensure their successful delivery and provide regular updates to stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and/or stakeholders to get a deep understanding of product requirements and align technical decisions with project goals and user requirements
• Mentor junior team members by providing technical guidance, sharing best practices, leading training sessions, being a go-to for your team's area of expertise, and empowering them to work more independently over time while providing support and guidance along the way
• Lead discussions to ensure that technical requirements are clearly communicated and understood. Proactively identify potential technical challenges and propose scalable solutions
• Lead planning and align goals with the broader project objectives. Own task distribution, provide estimates on the effort required for specific tasks, and ensure work is completed on time
• Drive technical design, specifications, and implementation of improvements to the performance, accessibility, reliability, and scalability of our technologies
• Work with cross-functional teams and/or stakeholders to develop effective testing strategies, address issues, and ensure the delivery of high quality products
• Solve complex technical challenges and provide innovative solutions
• Stay informed about the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in development, and advocate for their integration when relevant
• Build new test infrastructures to help other developers build comprehensive tests more effectively and efficiently
• Set an example in code reviews by evaluating code quality, architectural alignment, performance, security, and adherence to best practices. Provide feedback, explain reasoning, and help team members understand and improve their code
• Generate and review documentation on code processes to ensure scalability
• Be available for on-call rotational work to ensure uninterrupted support and resolve emergencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Have familiarity with Golang, and/or Typescript/React
• Have experience with command line tools and what makes a good user experience
• Have knowledge of SSH keys and common workflows surrounding them
• Have experience with Kotlin, Swift, Rust, JavaScript, Go, or related languages. Or a demonstrated ability to pick up new languages quickly
• Have experience with CI/CD, Docker and/or Infrastructure as Code
• Have experience with external developers and open repositories
• Be familiar with other programming languages

Benefits

• Health, dental, 401k and many others (USA)
• Generous paid time off
• Equity grant
• Participation in incentive programs (where applicable)
• Health, dental, RRSP and many others (Canada)
• Maternity and parental leave top-up programs
• Wellness spending allowance
• Generous PTO policy
• Company-wide wellness days off scheduled throughout the year
• Wellness Coach membership
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Company equity for all full-time employees
• Retirement matching program
• Training budget, 1Password University access, and learning sessions
• Free 1Password account (and friends and family discount!)
• Paid volunteer days
• Employee-led DEIB programs and ERGs and ECGs
• Fully remote environment
• Peer-to-peer recognition through Bonusly