Contract Backend Engineer At our organization, we prioritize understanding customer needs to drive innovation and growth. By actively gathering feedback, we focus on developing solutions that address their priorities and challenges. Our CRM is built around providing essential sales tools, such as aerial roof measurements and digital sales proposals. However, when customers requested a simple and affordable way to manage and scale their entire businesses, we responded by creating a comprehensive platform that connects these solutions with other necessary features, including payments, material ordering, and more. This integrated platform has been well-received by our customers, and we are excited about the potential for further expansion and growth. We have a unique company culture that emphasizes collaboration, financial stability, and high-performing team members. Our employees enjoy opportunities for growth, equity participation, and the ability to make meaningful contributions to our organization's success. Key Responsibilities: - Drive backend architecture development to enhance the overall performance of our systems. - Collaborate in a fast-paced cross-functional team that values quality and efficiency. - Contribute to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, from planning to delivery. - Develop technical requirements through collaboration with team members. - Write clean code to develop functional web applications and reusable libraries. - Implement unit, functional, and acceptance tests to ensure high-quality deliverables. - Troubleshoot and support production applications to minimize downtime and maintain system reliability. Required Skills and Qualifications: - A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development. - Proficiency in PHP language and Laravel framework. - Familiarity with agile methodologies and the ability to ship code frequently. - A track record of breaking down complex problems into incremental solutions. - The ability to proactively recommend initiatives to improve engineering technologies and culture. - An enjoyment of working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. - Owning product quality and taking pride in one's work. - Excellent communication skills and a commitment to effective documentation. - An understanding of the challenges faced by early-stage companies. - Optional skills: DevOps, Big Data/Data Science, Machine Learning, GIS. Benefits: - Vacation and paid time off policies that promote work-life balance. - A flexible schedule that accommodates individual needs. - 80% employer-paid benefits. - RRSP/401k match. - Generous parental leave policy. Other Opportunities: - A remote-first work culture that prioritizes flexibility and convenience. - Ample opportunities for learning and professional growth. - Home office setup stipend and internet allowance. - Weekly Friday paydays.