Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software, Backend Developer

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Ready to build high-performance cloud services that power a global video technology platform?

We’re hiring a Software Engineer to develop Python-based cloud services and APIs running on AWS and Kubernetes. If you excel in backend development, cloud infrastructure, and modern Dev Ops tooling, this role is for you.

A highly skilled Software Engineer with strong Python experience and deep knowledge of AWS, Kubernetes, networking, and observability. You’re comfortable owning services end-to-end and delivering reliable, scalable cloud solutions.

• Fully On-Site - 5 days a week in-office
• Location:
  
  Toronto, ON
• Vacancy Type:
  This is a newly created position

• Develop backend services in Python (Tornado, Django) for AWS and Kubernetes
• Build and optimize APIs powering distributed cloud systems
• Deploy and scale workloads on AWS: EC2, Auto Scaling, RDS, S3, Cloud Watch, Cloud Formation
• Containerize and manage services using Docker and Kubernetes
• Implement monitoring using Prometheus and Zabbix
• Manage centralized logging systems (ELK / EFK)
• Work with networking protocols (IP, TCP, UDP, TLS)
• Support build pipelines using GNU Make, Meson, Autotools, SCons, or Gradle
• Utilize media technologies such as FFmpeg and GStreamer
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure clean, scalable service delivery

• 5+ years of experience as an Backend/Python Engineer or in a similar backend/cloud-focused role
• Strong proficiency in Python (Tornado or Django preferred)
• Solid understanding of SQL and relational databases
• Hands‑on experience with AWS (EC2, Auto Scaling, RDS, S3, Cloud Watch, Cloud Formation)
• Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and git
• Good grasp of networking fundamentals (IP, TCP, UDP, TLS)
• Experience setting up and maintaining monitoring tools (Prometheus, Zabbix)
• Experience with centralized logging platforms (ELK/EFK)
• Familiarity with build systems (GNU Make, Meson, Autotools, SCons, Gradle)

• Impact – Build the backbone of cloud services powering real‑time, distributed applications
• Innovation – Work with Python, Kubernetes, AWS, and cutting‑edge media/streaming technologies
• Growth – Develop complex cloud‑native systems while deepening your expertise in backend engineering, scalability, and observability

• Base Salary: $100,000 – $120,000
• Stock Options: Opportunity to own a part of the company and share in its growth
• Health Spending Account (HSA): Flexible, employer‑funded account supporting your wellness
• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation

At STACK IT Recruitment, we connect top technical talent with standout opportunities across Canada. If you meet at least 70% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply - we’d love to chat!

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