Software Engineer - hybrid or remote

Position: Staff Software Engineer - hybrid or remote ⭐
Join our high performing and collaborative Milestones & Celebrations team to lead complex back-end projects. Architect and build innovative product features and solutions that scale to millions of users and enable them to celebrate professional milestones such as anniversaries, career highs, and personal wins. Learn more about our Milestones & Celebrations solution here:
This opportunity is available as hybrid (2 days/week in our Toronto office) or fully remotely for candidates based anywhere in Canada.

Why you’ll love this role:

Drive product impact at a global scale - lead projects that impact positively how people experience work.

Our employee recognition and engagement platform empowers companies to create cultures where people thrive.

Tackle complex, challenging projects that push your technical boundaries.

Apply your expertise to shape architecture, influence technical direction, and mentor fellow team members.

Join a close-knit, high-performing team that solves meaningful problems and celebrates successes together.

Work alongside an experienced leadership team who is genuinely invested in your career growth.

Own key domains and become a trusted subject matter expert.

Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where innovation is encouraged and your voice truly matters.

How you’ll shape our Milestones & Celebrations domain:

Own features end-to-end
—from design to deployment—with a focus on quality, reliability, and scalability.

Lead system design and architecture discussions
—bring clarity to complex problems and shape scalable solutions.

Be hands-on with the codebase
—lead code reviews, champion best practices, and drive technical excellence.

Solve complex engineering challenges using tools like Python, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, Drone, Google Pub/Sub, React/Redux, Graph

QL, MySQL, Postgre

SQL, and microservices.

Mentor and guide developers of varying experience levels—foster a culture of learning, growth, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate cross-functionally with Product and Design to align on priorities, requirements, and dependencies.

Monitor and optimize performance
—ensure our platform scales securely and efficiently as usage grows.

Lead engineering improvements
—whether through better tooling, smarter processes, or adopting new technologies.

Stay curious and current
—bring fresh ideas and perspectives by keeping up with emerging tech and industry trends.

Experience we feel will set you up for success:

Proven track record in leading back-end or full-stack projects with a strong focus on the back-end in a Senior or Staff capacity.

Hands on experience with actively contributing to or leading the design phase of complex projects and driving them through to delivery.

Proficient Python and/or Go programming skills preferred.

Strong understanding of microservices architecture.

Prior experience with code reviews and mentorship of less experienced Engineers.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills paired with a collaborative and team player approach.

Bachelor or master’s degree in computer science or related field.

Why Achievers is a Great Place to Work™At Achievers, we believe recognition is a powerful driver of connection. With more than million users across 190 countries, our employee recognition and rewards platform empowers organizations to build cultures where people feel seen and valued, everyday. We’re a team of passionate, thoughtful builders who care deeply about our product, our customers, and each other.

Visit to see how we’re inspiring recognition everywhere.

Our Approach to Total Rewards $140,000 - $165,000 reflects what we typically offer as a starting salary. We’re committed to providing a fair and competitive offer based on what you bring to the team. Each A-Players' compensation is reviewed at least annually against performance and impact in role. We want you to see your path to growth, understand your impact, and feel valued every step of the way.

Benefits and Perks for permanent full-time employees: ✨ Rewards for your impact through our Recognition and Rewards program 🩺 Health Benefits and Life Insurance Coverage beginning on your first day 👶🏼 Parental Leave Top-up 🙌🏼 Employer matched…