Sr. Backend Engineer

About Us

At PensionID, we're rewriting the rules of pension and benefits software, making it as modular and customizable as LEGO blocks. In an industry entrenched in legacy systems and outdated processes, we've emerged as pioneers of modernization. Our cutting-edge, AI-enabled pension administration system seamlessly blends innovation with efficiency, providing a breath of fresh air to pension management.

Just as we're revolutionizing pension administration with our modular, intuitive platform, we're building our team with the same innovative spirit. Our "Swiss Army Knives" approach to talent means every team member brings multiple dimensions of expertise and creativity to the table. We're not just streamlining pension administration - we're creating an environment where exceptional talent can thrive and innovate.

By harnessing cutting-edge technology throughout our entire software development lifecycle, we're enabling our clients to stay ahead of the curve while building a workplace that empowers our team to push boundaries and redefine excellence. Our AI-Enabled solutions don't just reduce overhead costs and minimize risk - they create opportunities for our team to solve complex challenges in creative ways.

The Opportunity

At PensionID, we're building more than just software. We're engineering a highly flexible, AI-powered pension administration platform that evolves with our clients' needs. Our architecture is designed for both scalability and adaptability, allowing us to push the boundaries of what's possible in pension tech.

We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in an environment where innovation never stops. In this role, you'll shape our backend architecture: a single core pension administration platform built as cleanly bounded modules that can be detached into independent services when scale demands it, with a focus on being robust, stateless, and easy to customize for our clients. You'll drive technical strategy, mentor a team of engineers, and collaborate directly with clients to bring their vision to life.

This is a hands-on leadership role, where your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will help redefine pension administration. If you're excited about building APIs that balance structure with flexibility, we'd love to have you on board.

Key Responsibilities

• API Development: Design, build, and maintain stateless RESTful APIs and web services with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Architectural Leadership: Drive key architectural decisions for a modular backend with clean service boundaries that can evolve into independent services as the platform scales.
• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand requirements and deliver tailored technical solutions.
• Team Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior developers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented engineering culture.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in code reviews, enforce high-quality development practices, and ensure adherence to API design best practices.

Required Technical SkillsCloud & Infrastructure:

• Experience with AWS cloud infrastructure
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and containerization with Docker.
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform or AWS CDK.

Nice-to-Have QualificationsCloud & DevOps:

• Expertise in implementing secure cloud architectures, vulnerability management, and compliance with industry standards.
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD using GitHub Actions.
• Performance tuning and monitoring of cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and cost efficiency.

Advanced Skills:

• Meaningful open-source contributions or certifications in cloud technologies, distributed systems, or .NET frameworks.
• Experience with Minimal APIs in .NET 10 for building efficient, high-performance stateless web services.
• Knowledge of message brokers like Amazon SNS/SQS, Kafka, or RabbitMQ.

Domain Expertise:

• Familiarity with pension and benefits systems, compliance standards, and industry regulations.

Secondary:

• Familiarity with React and Next.js, as these are our primary frontend technologies.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and client-facing consultation abilities.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities and a proactive mindset.
• Strong leadership and mentorship experience.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Comfort using LLM coding assistants within governed workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional software development experience, including 3+ years in a senior or lead role.
• Demonstrated success in delivering complex software projects.

What We Offer

• Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge backend technologies in a high-impact role.
• Be at the forefront of modernizing pension administration with AI-Enabled, scalable solutions.
• Work in a highly technical environment that values deep problem-solving and innovation.
• Collaborate directly with clients across Canada, the US, and international markets.
• Join a talented, forward-thinking team that values creativity and continuous learning.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support your peak performance.
• Grow your expertise with exposure to advanced cloud infrastructure, modular backend design, and security best practices.
• Influence critical technical decisions and shape the future of our platform.

Location & Work Culture

True to our innovative spirit, we embrace flexible work arrangements that empower peak performance. Our approach includes:

- Remote work flexibility

- Hybrid office/home arrangements

- Collaborative virtual workspace

- Toronto office hub for key meetings and team collaboration

- Occasional travel may be required for client consultations and team events

We believe great work can happen anywhere our focus is on impact, not location. While Toronto is our home base, we've built our culture around enabling our team to work where they're most effective.

Apply through LinkedIn or through our website at www.pensionid.com/careers