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Backend Developer

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Experience:

Mid-level (2-5 years)

Work from:

Canada

Offer summary

Qualifications:

3+ years of backend development experience, Strong understanding of APIs and databases, Experience with version control (Git), Familiarity with DevOps practices is a plus.

Key responsabilities:

Develop and maintain backend applications
Build and enhance APIs and storage solutions

Sync.com Information Technology & Services SME https://www.sync.com/

11 - 50 Employees

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Job description

About the company

Sync is Canada's largest cloud storage and document collaboration provider, and a world-leader in cloud content management. Our mission is to make secure file storage, sharing, and collaboration easy for everyone – by providing a safe space for the world to collaborate. We're transforming the way SMBs work together, and we're actively expanding into digital enterprise. We need your help!
By joining Sync you will have an amazing opportunity to help over 2 million businesses and individuals worldwide store important information, share big ideas, and collaborate on game changing projects. You will help define what the future of work looks like. Most importantly you will be part of an incredible team helping to get the world in Sync.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Developer Lead with a strong emphasis on database expertise. In this role, you will lead backend development efforts, guide the technical direction of our projects, and mentor a team of talented developers. Your deep knowledge of database technologies will be critical in shaping our backend architecture, ensuring scalability, and driving continuous improvement. You will serve as a subject matter expert in database technologies and backend development.

This is a remote role

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

Qualifications

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.
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools like Docker is a plus

Why Join Sync?

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

Sync.com is an equal opportunity, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs throughout the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If selected to participate in the process, please inform us of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

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