Senior Backend Software Developer

(This is a remote position open to candidates based in the United States and Canada)

About Breakthrough

Join a health-tech company that's making big things happen! At Breakthrough, we help private practice owners—like physical therapists and chiropractors—grow their businesses and reach more patients with natural, non-invasive care. Our platform drives over $5M in patient revenue each month, and we're just getting started. We're a passionate, fast-moving team building smart tools that make a real difference in people's lives. If you're excited to work on meaningful problems with a supportive and ambitious crew—we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, and maintain backend services, APIs, and databases
• Architect scalable and maintainable backend solutions for complex business logic and high-traffic applications
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, QA, and product managers to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions
• Perform code reviews and champion best practices in software development
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot production issues
• Ensure code quality with automated tests, CI/CD pipelines, and SOLID development principles
• Participate in architecture and design discussions to shape the future of our platform

What You Bring

Technical Skills

• 8+ years of experience in backend development
• Strong proficiency in C# / .NET Core and PHP (Laravel)
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and integration
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis)
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and message queues
• Experience with Docker and containerized environments
• Working knowledge of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment tools
• Understanding of software design patterns and secure coding practices

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Strong communicator and team collaborator
• Capable of leading technical discussions and making informed architectural decisions
• Detail-oriented, self-driven, and comfortable working independently
• Thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment

Bonus Points

• Exposure to frontend frameworks like ReactJS for improved cross-functional collaboration

Why Join Breakthrough?

• Fully remote – Work from anywhere in the U.S. or Canada (excluding Quebec)
• Mission-driven – Be part of transforming private practice growth
• Unlimited PTO – Take the time you need
• Comprehensive benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)/RRSP withmatch
• ⚖ Work-life balance – We care about your well-being both at work and at home

Our Core Values

✔ Elevate Others
✔ Be Real
✔ Beginners' Mind
✔ Own The Results
✔ Seek to Understand the Customer First ‍⚕
✔ Do Sh*t That Makes a Massive Difference

Ready to Make an Impact?

We'd love to hear from you! Apply today and let's talk.

Salary Range: $130K-$138K USD

Note:
Contract Position is also an option 
We are unable to hire candidates residing in Quebec at this time.