Senior Backend Engineer

Plooto

. Design and deliver scalable backend services using .NET and Azure .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and delivering scalable backend services using .NET and Azure, with a strong focus on building reliable, API-first services and implementing automated testing strategies. Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and improve system performance in fast-paced environments.

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C# ProgrammingBackend EngineeringRESTful API DevelopmentCloud-Native ArchitectureEvent-Driven Architecture

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Hard Skills

Backend Design PrinciplesProduction-Grade CodeAutomated Testing StrategiesData Storage PatternsKubernetesServerless ArchitectureKafkaNoSQL SystemsRDBMSTestable Code

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationProblem-SolvingMentorshipNavigating AmbiguityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AzureAI ToolsEvent-Driven SystemsStreaming SystemsManaged Services

Certifications & Qualifications

Computer Science Degree

Industry Keywords

FintechPaymentsRegulated DomainsHigh-Throughput SystemsStartup Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudDistributed SystemsKafkaKubernetesNoSQLRDBMS.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and deliver scalable backend services using .NET and Azure
Architect and evolve event-driven, distributed systems processing high volumes of financial transactions
Build API-first services with strong contracts, reliability, and observability
Lead complex technical initiatives from design through production rollout
Make architecture decisions balancing speed, scalability, and long-term maintainability
Partner with Product and Design to translate ambiguous problems into technical solutions
Improve performance, reliability, and system resilience as the platform scales
Raise engineering standards through code reviews, design discussions, and mentorship
Share engineering knowledge in regular Lunch & Learn sessions
Contribute to experimentation, ownership, and continuous improvement
Work cross-functionally to turn strategic needs into actionable engineering output

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional backend engineering experience, preferably in high-growth or product-led environments
Strong expertise in C# or another strongly typed language
Modern backend design principles
Production-grade, testable, maintainable code
Deep experience designing and building RESTful APIs in production
Hands-on experience with cloud-native architectures, including Kubernetes, serverless, and managed services, ideally in Azure
Experience building or operating distributed, high-throughput systems
Experience with event-driven architectures and streaming systems such as Kafka
Experience implementing automated testing strategies, including unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end testing
Strong understanding of data storage patterns across RDBMS and NoSQL systems
Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in fast-moving environments
Previous successful experience in a cross-functional team environment
Ability to effectively use AI tools to increase velocity, efficiency, and quality of deliverables
Computer Science degree or equivalent
Experience in fintech, payments, or regulated domains is a bonus
Prior startup experience scaling systems and teams is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Diverse and inclusive workforce commitment
Accommodations throughout the recruitment and employment process