Backend Software Developer (Kitchener)

As a Backend Software Developer, you will play a pivotal role in the development of technology that helps elevate Home Hardware’s In‑Store experience. You will build reusable and scalable software related to data migration between platforms, automation for data integrity checks, and the backend coding for API‑powered web applications. Responsibilities Design and write high quality code to evolve the In‑Store System experience. Integrate with internal and external APIs and databases. Design and implement REST APIs. Leverage Python, Node.js, C#, JavaScript, JSON, MySQL, Azure, and other technologies as required. Apply advanced design patterns and technologies to develop high quality, scalable, and maintainable code. Research and integrate best‑of‑breed technologies/frameworks/libraries, contributing back to open‑source efforts where possible. Identify bugs and errors and fix them before they become a larger problem. Perform and participate in design and code reviews. Practice defensive programming and write production‑grade code. Work with Agile software lifecycle methodologies including daily scrums, collaboration, sprint reviews and code demonstrations. Create unit and integration tests to fully test and regress software. Mentor peers and bring new ideas to the team. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, with expert level knowledge of technology platforms and methodologies related to data conversion and manipulating data. Proficiency with technologies such as Python, Java, C#, Node.js, JavaScript, JSON, MySQL, Azure. Extensive experience with various integration patterns such as SOAP, REST, file‑based, FTP using various formats such as JSON and XML. Experience working with existing code and conducting code reviews. Solid experience with contemporary source control systems like Git or Bitbucket. Working knowledge of CI/CD approaches and tools. Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Independent, determined, and driven to succeed. Experience with Azure Cloud Platform. Exposure to Google Cloud Platform and AWS. The ability to be onsite three days a week at our corporate office in St. Jacobs, to accommodate our hybrid working model. Benefits Competitive earnings opportunity. Annual Incentive/Bonus Program. Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedical, Disability coverage, Out of Country Travel Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Family Assistance Program. Defined Contribution Pension Plan with Company Match, and choice of contribution level. Group RRSP. Discounts from our corporate retail stores. Home & Auto Insurance discounts. Competitive vacation time. Personal and sick time. Employee Discount Program through Venngo WorkPerks. Home Hardware recognizes the value of a diverse team. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger as an organization. Applicants representing the full diversity of communities in Canada are encouraged to apply with confidence. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o0xl8