Senior Backend Developer

Valnet — Canada · Posted ~2 hours ago

Senior Full-time Onsite

Skills

Backend Development Web Development CMS Development Application Development Performance Optimization Code Standards Analytical Problem Solving Backend CMS Web Performance

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A senior backend development position within a multidisciplinary engineering team. You will build and maintain high-performance web systems and internal applications, participate in feature analysis, improve code standards and web performance, and collaborate closely with analysts and fellow developers.

Highlights

Work in a multidisciplinary development environment on public websites, internal applications, and development tools. The role offers substantial ownership of backend systems, involvement in feature analysis, performance optimization, code-quality standards, and collaboration with technical and functional teams.

Description

Location: Onsite - Montreal Valnet is seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Backend Developer to join a multi-functional development team. The ideal candidate must possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. This person will work closely with the development team and leaders to develop tools to support our various website projects. In this role you will be working primarily on Valnet’s proprietary systems and tools. Responsibilities: Responsible for new development and maintaining all public sites to optimal performance levels.Developing CMS and other internal applications features for Valnet multidisciplinary teams for their day to day operations.Play an active role in the analysis phase when defining the features with the functional analysts.Improving, maintaining and establishing code standards in cooperation with the rest of the team.Maintaining performance and core web vitals for the web pagesMaintain strong knowledge about the latest web development standards and development tools. Technical requirements: 5+ years experience as a back-end developer. Development with AI assistantsStrong knowledge of SQL (MySQL, ClickHouse) and PHPStrong knowledge of Javascript (TypeScript)Experience working with high traffic websitesExperience with Core Web Vitals optimisationExperience with single page application and REST API/AjaxStrong knowledge of object-oriented programming.Strong knowledge of modularization and library development approach Technical assets: GIT(BitBucket), JIRA, VisualCode, JenkinsShell Script (Bash).Knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3, SCSS.Vector DatabaseLLM PromptingGood understanding of SEO practice / Google Analytics / Google page speed. Benefits: Full health insurance plan (including medical, dental, and vision).Daily on-site lunches, snacks, and coffee provided.Fitness subscription reimbursement program.Competitive compensation plan and bonus structure. Who we are: Valnet is a company unlike any other. Here, you’ll work alongside passionate, dedicated individuals who bring their best every day, creating an environment that is as inspiring as it is challenging. We are innovative leaders, not passive followers, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry. We encourage autonomy and value creative contributions, empowering you to shape meaningful change from day one. Moreover, we don’t just talk about culture – we make it our first priority, fostering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where talent is recognized and rewarded. In our true meritocratic structure, your career can develop quickly, giving you the opportunity to grow professionally and be generously rewarded for your achievements. But don’t take our word for it, visit our corporate website to see for yourself!