Senior Backend Development Leader

Sage Recruiting Inc.

📍 remote, remote, Canada

Full-time IT & Technology Posted June 01, 2026

Job Description

Join us as a Principal Software Engineer to influence backend architecture and systems design. Take a hands-on approach to develop and mentor while overseeing technical initiatives.

This critical position blends architecture and code contribution in a high-traffic environment. With a focus on Java/Spring, you will lead scalability and performance efforts while partnering with product stakeholders. Your role will involve translating business needs into technical action plans and ensuring seamless system functionality.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead architectural decisions for backend systems
• Convert business requirements into technical actions
• Oversee full-cycle technical initiatives
• Actively contribute to codebase in Java/Spring
• Enhance system performance and observability

Requirements:
• 10+ years in software development
• Expertise in Java and Spring Boot
• Proven success in designing distrib...