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Agilus Work Solutions is a leading staffing and workforce solutions provider committed to connecting talented professionals with innovative organizations across various industries. With a strong reputation for excellence, Agilus specializes in delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet the dynamic needs of clients in technology, finance, healthcare, and more. Our mission is to facilitate meaningful employment opportunities while supporting businesses in achieving their strategic goals through top-tier talent acquisition and workforce management services. We prioritize integrity, professionalism, and a client-centric approach to ensure successful placements and long-term partnerships.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join our client's rapidly expanding Canadian fintech team. This role is pivotal in developing and maintaining the core financial infrastructure that processes millions of dollars in transactions monthly. As a senior member of the engineering team, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable, secure, and reliable backend services that underpin the company's financial products. Your expertise will directly impact how users manage their finances, earn rewards, build credit, and gain financial flexibility. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, frontend developers, and compliance specialists, to deliver innovative solutions that meet regulatory standards and customer expectations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on high-stakes financial systems within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where your contributions will have a tangible impact on the company's success and customers' financial well-being.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years in fintech or payments industry.
- Strong proficiency in NestJS, Node.js, and TypeScript.
- Extensive experience working with PostgreSQL and cloud-based database solutions such as Google Cloud SQL.
- Hands-on experience with ledger systems, financial APIs, and high-volume payment processing pipelines.
- Knowledge of event-driven microservices architecture using Pub/Sub or similar messaging systems.
- Familiarity with infrastructure automation tools like Terraform.
- Understanding of security standards and compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS and SOC 2.
- Excellent communication skills with a strong ownership mindset and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services that support financial transactions and data processing.
- Build and optimize ledger systems and financial data models to ensure accuracy and integrity of transaction data.
- Implement high-volume payment processing pipelines and integrate with various financial APIs to enable seamless transactions.
- Develop event-driven microservices utilizing Pub/Sub to facilitate real-time data processing and system responsiveness.
- Automate infrastructure deployment and management using Terraform, ensuring consistent and reliable environments.
- Ensure all systems are secure, compliant, and aligned with industry standards such as PCI DSS and SOC 2.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve system performance and security.
Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being. You will have access to competitive compensation, health and dental insurance, and retirement savings plans. The company promotes a flexible work environment with options for remote work and flexible hours to help maintain work-life balance. Additionally, employees benefit from ongoing learning opportunities, professional development programs, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and knowledge sharing. The organization values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where all team members can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the company's mission.
Equal Opportunity
Agilus Work Solutions and our clients are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team in building a more equitable and inclusive future.
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