Backend Software Developer (copy)

Legend • Halifax, NS

6d

About The Position

Legend is hiring a Backend Software Developer for Covers, reporting directly to our Engineering Manager. At Covers, we’re building the future of sports media and betting experiences — and we need an engineer to help power the platform behind it. Our engineering team is focused on delivering scalable, high-performance products that serve millions of sports fans with real-time data, insights, and engaging digital experiences. With a strong backend focus, this role is centered on building reliable services, improving platform performance, and developing systems that enable our products to scale quickly and confidently. You’ll play a hands-on role in designing and evolving backend architecture, writing clean and maintainable code, and contributing to technical decisions that shape the future of our platform. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll help create resilient systems, support new product initiatives, and drive engineering excellence across the organization. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to make a meaningful impact on products used daily by passionate sports fans, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. In this role, we value diverse perspectives and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification listed.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as a Developer with strong C# / ASP.NET MVC expertise
• Solid experience with Entity Framework, LINQ, and modern .NET practices
• Proven ability to build and maintain RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
• Strong database experience (MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Proficient with Git, NuGet, and working with JSON/XML data formats
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a fast-learning, adaptable mindset
• Self-motivated team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and tackling new challenges

Nice To Haves

• AWS
• BDD
• Agile/Scrum
• mobile development
• performance optimization
• experience in sports/affiliate marketing

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop more junior developers so we can build the best team!
• Design, develop and execute innovative software solutions to address business needs
• Ensure software architecture meets all performance, quality, and security requirements
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure the highest quality solutions
• Create modifications for existing software to upgrade performance
• Aid in planning, analysis, and design of technical solutions in collaboration with our parent company
• Maintain thorough documentation of systems and applications

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus to reward your efforts.
• Paid annual leave PLUS a well-deserved break to recharge your batteries during the festive season! Our offices are closed between Christmas and New Year's, allowing you to enjoy downtime without dipping into your annual allowance.
• Exciting global Legend events, where we unite in person to ignite our shared passion and unveil the exciting strategies for the year ahead!
• An extensive array of benefits and perks, as outlined in our global offerings above.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed