Careers

Senior Back End Developer

As part of our ongoing expansion of the Big Data Software Development studio in Quebec City, we are seeking a skilled Senior Backend Developer with a passion for creating exceptional data solutions. Reporting to the Engineering Lead, you will have the opportunity to work on an innovative, state-of-the-art platform and contribute to building world class datasets.

Role

We are looking for a team player who is enthusiastic about Big Data, Data Analytics and emerging technologies, adept at problem-solving, and dedicated to continuous learning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, with proficiency in Python and extensive experience working with Snowflake, AWS environments, DBT, and Airflow. As a Senior Backend Developer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining our backend systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend systems, APIs, and complete technological stack. 
  • Ensure the performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems. 
  • Architect/ Design scalable systems 
  • Implement robust and high-performance data solutions. 
  • Drive technical/architectural decisions and contribute to the overall design of our applications and systems. 
  • Develop and optimize data transformation pipelines using DBT, Snowflake and AWS ECS. 
  • Implement and manage workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow. 
  • Collaborate with the product team, front-end developers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality data solutions. 
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development, test, and production environments. 
  • Work in an Agile environment, embracing iterative development and rapid prototyping. 
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the continuous improvement of our backend systems.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior developers. 

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 
  • Proficiency in Python programming. 
  • Extensive experience with Snowflake and AWS. 
  • Prior experience in data processing and transformation.
  • Strong knowledge of DBT (Data Build Tool) and Apache Airflow. 
  • Familiarity with inner working of OLAP databases. 
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Bitbucket). 

Why Join Us

Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fast-paced, innovative setting with a team of passionate professionals

Career Growth: Opportunity for career advancement and professional development. 

Cutting-Edge Projects: Engage in exciting projects that leverage the latest technologies and industry trends.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated engineering professional with a passion for leading teams and driving product excellence, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Rhetorik and contribute to building the next generation of market intelligence solutions.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are a great fit for this role to [email protected].