Backend Engineer – Python (API & Platform Engineering) X10
Location: Toronto Ontario - Onsite
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
Experience: 7–10+ years (backend-focused)
In person Interview in Toronto is MANDATORY.
Need local candidates only. No relocation
Role Overview
Client is looking for a skilled Python Backend Engineer to build and scale high-performance backend systems. This role will focus on API development, platform engineering, and system design, supporting enterprise-grade, scalable, and secure financial platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python
Build and manage RESTful APIs and backend integrations
Contribute to platform engineering initiatives, ensuring reliability and scalability
Lead and contribute to system design discussions for distributed systems
Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
Optimize performance, security, and observability of backend services
Participate in code reviews and ensure engineering best practices
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong experience with Python for backend development
Hands-on experience with API design and development (REST, JSON, OpenAPI)
Solid system design experience (scalability, fault tolerance, performance)
Experience in platform engineering or building shared backend platforms
Strong understanding of databases (SQL and NoSQL)
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps practices
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a Canadian university or college
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in financial services / fintech environments
Knowledge of microservices architecture
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Exposure to security, compliance, and high-availability systems
Why Join
Opportunity to work on mission-critical financial platforms
Exposure to large-scale, high-impact systems
Collaborative, engineering-driven culture
