Backend Developer

Post Date

Feb 12, 2025

Location

Vancouver,
British Columbia

ZIP/Postal Code

V6Z2H3
Canada
Jul 31, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

VAN-762519

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Backend Developer to join one of Canada's largest retail and wellness companies. This individual will be joining the B2B Platform team that You will design, implement, and maintain the server-side logic and systems that power our applications, working with AWS services and Java-based technologies.

Lead development and maintenance of service-side logic and databases using relevant coding language(s)
Lead collaboration with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements
Develop and implement data protection and storage solutions
Conduct regular testing, debugging, and quality assurance reviews
Act as subject matter expert for coding language(s) and solutions design
Create and maintain relevant documentation and conduct knowledge transfer activities

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

- 8+ years of experience in back-end development.
- Strong experience with back-end frameworks such as Node.js, Spring Boot, or Django.
- Proficiency in server-side languages such as Java, Python, or Ruby.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- In-depth knowledge of writing unit test cases using frameworks like JUnit, Mocha, or PyTest.
- Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD principles and best practices.
- Advanced understanding of web technologies (HTTP, headers, Cookies, Caching, etc.).
- Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Relevant certifications, such as CISSP or CISM, are a plus
Security specific certifications across AWS and Azure is a bonus

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.