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Senior Backend Software Engineer - Product & Features (Java) - Open to remote across ANZ

SeniorFull-timeRemoteCanberra ACT, AustraliaInformation technologySoftware engineeringProduct managementPosted 5 months ago
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About the job

Join the team at Canva that is redefining how the world experiences design. As a Backend Engineer, you will play a crucial role in building scalable APIs and improving system performance, all while collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers. The team values trust and flexibility, empowering everyone to choose how and where they work to achieve their goals.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading the design and development of scalable backend services

You will be responsible for creating reliable backend services using modern frameworks and tools, ensuring they can handle millions of user interactions.
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Driving collaboration with PMs, designers, and fellow engineers

Your role involves scoping, defining, and delivering impactful product features through teamwork and communication.
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Championing reliability, performance, and engineering best practices

You will ensure that the backend architecture is robust and efficient, maintaining high standards across multiple service domains.

Key criteria

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Backend systems experience

Highly experienced in building complex backend systems in production environments.

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Java fundamentals expertise

Strong Java skills with the ability to write production-grade code.

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End-to-end feature ownership

Comfortable taking ownership of features from architecture to delivery.

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Backend systems experience
Highly experienced in building complex backend systems in production environments.

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Java fundamentals expertise
Strong Java skills with the ability to write production-grade code.

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End-to-end feature ownership
Comfortable taking ownership of features from architecture to delivery.

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Collaborative mindset
Thoughtful collaborator who works well across disciplines.

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AI programming experience
Hands-on experience using AI in coding to drive greater impact.

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