Remote Backend Developer II (Platform)

Description:

• KOHO is seeking an Intermediate Backend Developer to join their Platform Team remotely from Canada.
• The role involves reporting to a Senior Software Development Manager and being part of a multi-faceted pod responsible for building the internal development framework and maintaining code quality standards.
• The developer will own the internal authentication and authorization system and support feature teams in advancing their distributed systems architecture.
• Responsibilities include maintaining secure and scalable access control, developing components for the internal library, creating POCs, gathering system inputs, building dashboards, leading small to medium-sized projects, and fostering cross-team collaboration.
• The developer will also join an on-call rotation after fully integrating into the team.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is required, with AWS certifications being a plus.
• Candidates should embrace AI-powered development workflows and have hands-on experience with tools like Claude Code or other AI coding assistants.
• Experience in developing Distributed Systems and Event-driven Architecture is necessary.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, and SQL is required.
• Candidates must be solution-oriented, thrive on complex technical issues, and enjoy owning technical solutions from ideation to completion.
• Excellent communication skills are essential for clearly dissecting complex technical issues.
• The ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed team environment while being self-directed in work is required.

Benefits:

• KOHO offers company-wide summer wellness days, winter holiday closure, personal days, a wellness spending account, and maternity & parental leave top-up to promote work-life balance.
• The position is remote-first, allowing employees to work from anywhere in Canada with a budget to set up their home office.
• Employees have access to an in-house certified performance coach and an annual training budget for professional development.
• KOHO has received 7 "Great Place to Work ®" awards since 2019, highlighting its positive culture.
• Every employee receives a generous amount of equity with a 10-year exercise window, promoting a sense of ownership.