Senior Software Engineer

Location: Remote (Canada; team hubs in Toronto)

Reports to: CTO

Team Size: 15

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: $170,000 - $200,000 CAD

About the Role

We’re representing a fast-growing SaaS company that’s modernizing how building materials and construction suppliers sell and operate online. Their software platform enables independent dealers and distributors to manage quotes, accept payments, communicate with customers, and sell through digital storefronts, all connected to the broader construction supply chain.

This company’s mission is to level the playing field for small and mid-sized suppliers, helping them compete alongside major players while driving efficiency, sustainability, and profitability across the industry. With construction materials representing one of the world’s largest and least-digitized sectors, they’re still in the early innings, and they’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to play a key role in shaping what comes next.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable software systems across platforms and devices.
• Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code with strong observability and error handling.
• Lead project execution within a team of engineers, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Collaborate closely with product and business stakeholders to align engineering solutions with strategic goals.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of new product features and system integrations.
• Set up infrastructure and processes to accelerate customer integrations and improve delivery speed.
• Work directly with customers or partners as needed to ensure seamless technical integrations.
• Operate within an agile development environment and contribute to continuous improvement of practices.

Tech Environment

• Frontend: React, React Native, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript
• Backend: Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, GraphQL (plus experience integrating REST APIs)
• Mobile: iOS (Swift) and Android (Java) experience an asset
• Dev Tools: Xcode, Android Studio, modern CI/CD pipelines
• Cloud/Infrastructure: AWS, Algolia, Google Cloud

Core Qualifications

• Proven experience as a software engineer. A strong proficiency in JavaScript and its ecosystem is preferred.
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining production applications in React or React Native.
• Solid backend development experience with Node.js; GraphQL knowledge a plus.
• Familiarity with integrating third-party APIs and services.
• Strong grasp of scalable architecture, system reliability, and best practices.
• Experience leading projects and delivering complex software on time.
• Comfortable working in startup or high-growth environments where priorities evolve quickly.
• Passion for technology, customer impact, and solving real-world industry problems.

Nice-to-have

• Background in or exposure to the construction or e-commerce sectors.
• Experience developing native mobile apps (iOS or Android).
• Prior startup experience or entrepreneurial projects.
• Interest in sustainability and digital transformation within traditional industries.

Why Join?

• Join a fast-growing SaaS company transforming a trillion-dollar industry.
• Make a visible impact through products that empower small businesses and modernize construction supply chains.
• Work with a collaborative, product-driven team that values ownership, speed, and creativity.
• Competitive compensation, equity participation, and full benefits.
• Remote-first culture with flexible work and regular team gatherings.
• Inclusive environment with strong company culture and growth potential.