Senior Software Developer, C#/.NET

Riva International, Inc.

. Design systems and components, including sync mechanisms, APIs, microservices, and data models, while anticipating failure modes, performance, security, and operations .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and building backend systems using C#/.NET, with a strong focus on system design, architecture decisions, and quality assurance. Proven ability to mentor engineers and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

C#/.NET Backend DevelopmentSystem DesignArchitecture Decision MakingProduction System DebuggingCI/CD Pipeline Ownership

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Hard Skills

Backend Systems DevelopmentObject-Oriented ProgrammingData Model DesignMicroservices ArchitectureAPI DevelopmentPerformance OptimizationFailure Mode AnalysisQuality Assurance StandardsDocumentation SkillsData-Heavy Systems Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationMentoringCustomer AwarenessOwnership MindsetContinuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Canadian Work PermitPermanent Resident or Citizen of Canada

Industry Keywords

Revenue-Critical WorkflowsLarge Data SyncIntegration Platforms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Microservices.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design systems and components, including sync mechanisms, APIs, microservices, and data models, while anticipating failure modes, performance, security, and operations
Own a significant system or domain, often spanning more than one Program Increment
Turn ambiguous problems into shippable plans and drive delivery without prompting
Set the testing and quality bar for the team's domain
Make sound architecture and pattern decisions and document them for others
Partner proactively with the Product Owner, Architect, and adjacent teams
Mentor other engineers and coach them on contributing their own ideas
Build and evolve backend systems powering revenue-critical workflows for large, complex organizations

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years building backend systems in C#/.NET
Strong fundamentals in system design, OOP, and working with data-heavy systems
Experience debugging and operating production systems, not just building new ones
A track record of making sound architecture decisions and documenting them for others to build on
A clear communicator who can explain tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical partners
A steady, customer-aware mindset that values ownership and continuous improvement
Applicants must hold a valid Canadian work permit or be a permanent resident or citizen of Canada
Bonus points for experience with modern .NET versions
Bonus points for CI/CD pipeline ownership
Bonus points for exposure to large data sync or integration platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

RRSP/TFSA matching
Paid vacation starting with 3-weeks
Paid wellness time allows for flexible discretionary allocation for mental health, personal benefits, and personal time
Paid time off to volunteer with charities of your choice
Extended health care benefits, dental and life insurance
Professional development and training allowance for career advancement