About Company
Imagine building robust, scalable systems that power innovation from anywhere. Career.zycto offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in back-end development directly shapes our cutting-edge solutions. We champion autonomy and provide the tools and collaborative spirit needed to excel remotely. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures you’re always at the forefront of technology, making a tangible impact on projects that matter. Join a team dedicated to fostering growth and celebrating technical mastery. This is where your code truly comes alive.
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Job Description
Are you an experienced Back-End Developer passionate about crafting robust, scalable, and high-performance server-side applications? Career.zycto is seeking a talented and self-motivated individual to join our fully remote team, contributing to the core of our innovative software solutions. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the backbone of our various platforms, ensuring seamless functionality and exceptional user experiences. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to deliver cutting-edge products and services to our diverse client base.
At Career.zycto, we believe in empowering our engineers to take ownership and make significant impacts. You’ll be tackling challenging projects that involve complex data structures, intricate API integrations, and critical system optimizations. Your expertise will directly influence the scalability, security, and reliability of our products, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge technology with unwavering performance. This position offers the flexibility of working from your preferred location within Manotick, Ottawa, allowing you to achieve an optimal balance between professional growth and personal well-being. We value clear communication and asynchronous collaboration to ensure everyone stays connected and productive, regardless of physical location.
We foster a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing, mentorship, and continuous learning are not just encouraged, but are fundamental to our culture. You’ll engage closely with front-end developers, product managers, quality assurance specialists, and other stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into elegant technical specifications. Your responsibilities will extend beyond just coding; you’ll participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and help shape our technical roadmap. If you thrive in a remote setting, possess a strong problem-solving mindset, and are eager to contribute to a forward-thinking tech company that values innovation and individual contribution, we encourage you to apply. This is a unique opportunity to build impactful solutions that shape the future of our offerings and grow your career with a supportive, dynamic, and geographically dispersed team.
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Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure back-end services and APIs.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices.
- Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other teams to define and implement new features.
- Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and stability.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems and software.
- Implement security and data protection solutions.
- Contribute to architectural discussions and strategic planning for our technical stack.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in at least one back-end programming language (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Go, Ruby)
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development
- Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Knowledge of message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
- Experience working in a remote-first or distributed team environment
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible work schedule and unlimited paid time off
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
- Home office stipend and ergonomic setup assistance
- Collaborative and supportive remote work environment
- Regular virtual team-building events and social gatherings
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to click on the application link below to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a great fit for Career.zycto. Please highlight your experience with remote work and your technical stack.
