Software Architect — Canada

NextLink Labs

1d • Remote

About The Position

NextLink Labs is seeking a motivated Software Architect to join our Custom Software Development consulting team. A successful person in this role has deep expertise in application design and will be tasked with building and maintaining web applications for our clients and will also possess a strategic mindset to contribute internally to improving our consulting practice.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience building backend services with Django and Python
• Strong understanding of Django ORM, querysets, and database optimization techniques
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework
• Proficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL)
• 3+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails and React, or equivalent web frameworks
• Ability to work independently and take ownership in a variety of software engagements
• Ability to scope individual features and full software projects based on client requests
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to to build buy-in, facilitate compromise, and guide client expectations
• Strong unit-testing and debugging abilities
• Proficient understanding of version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of accessibility and security compliance
• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and strategic thinking abilities, capable of making well-informed and timely decisions

Nice To Haves

• Experienced with DevOps tooling (AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Django and Python
• Work with other engineers to architect and implement microservices-based solutions
• Communicate directly with clients to give demonstrations and receive feedback
• Review legacy software applications to identify and remediate technical debt
• Work in an agile team environment with weekly stand ups
• Engage in code reviews of your teammates' work
• Contribute to internal NextLink Labs documentation and code template
• Engage in thought leadership through blog posts, webinars, and other marketing materials
• Assist Sales and Marketing by joining scoping calls and providing technical input

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus structure
• Remote-first culture, flexible work schedule, and autonomy to do your best work.
• Responsibility and autonomy at a growing company
• The opportunity to build something big and exciting

What This Job Offers

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