Remote Senior Software Developer (Assessment Software)

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Description:

  • Join Acuity Insights as a Senior Software Developer in a fully remote role, working within EST and PST time zones from anywhere in Canada.
  • Be part of a team modernizing the assessment platform, Casper, by building new systems, maintaining existing systems, leading design, and mentoring developers.
  • Work primarily with JavaScript and TypeScript, with some new code in Go, and older apps being Meteor-based monoliths running on Heroku with MongoDB.
  • Newer applications utilize React UIs that interact with APIs on AWS API Gateway and Lambda, using DynamoDB for data storage.
  • The role is suited for a quality-focused full-stack developer who values work-life balance and seeks to make a meaningful social impact through their work.

Requirements:

  • Candidates must have experience with backend JavaScript or the ability to learn it quickly.
  • Knowledge of distributed systems and cloud platforms is important, with AWS experience being ideal.
  • Comfort in working on full-stack web applications is required, including the ability to modify UIs, APIs, database schemas, and deployment pipelines.
  • Experience in leading large system migrations is preferred, with a mix of successful and challenging migration experiences.
  • Strong curiosity and the ability to quickly master new technologies are essential.
  • Familiarity with quality improvement techniques such as pair programming, code reviews, automated testing, and monitoring is expected.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are crucial for discussing issues and providing feedback to team members.

Benefits:

  • Enjoy flexible and remote work options, with the ability to work from anywhere in Canada and abroad for up to 6 weeks per year.
  • Benefit from a two-week year-end company closure, flexible vacation policies, and an extra Friday off each month from February to November.
  • Access a yearly learning budget of $3,000 to support professional and personal development.
  • Participate in the employee stock option plan, becoming a partial owner of Acuity Insights.
  • Join the GRSP matching program, with contributions matched up to 2% of your salary.
  • Receive comprehensive health benefits for yourself and dependents, along with support for holistic health and wellness.
  • Take advantage of parental leave with a top-up for 16 weeks beyond EI benefits.
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$ 135,000 - 155,000 CAD / year
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