Staff Software Engineer

Achievers, a leading provider of Employee Experience Platform serving almost 4 million global users across 170+ countries, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Toronto office in a hybrid work environment. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on a platform that's changing the way the world works by enabling employee recognition and engagement.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8+ years of experience who will play a crucial role in designing and building innovative features for the Achievers platform. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies including Python, Go, Kubernetes, and microservices architecture, while leading and mentoring a team of developers.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting high-performance, scalable solutions that serve millions of users. The role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic thinking, requiring you to balance coding, system design, and team mentorship. You'll work closely with product managers and designers to translate business requirements into technical solutions, while ensuring best practices and quality standards are maintained.

The company offers an impressive benefits package including competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, parental leave top-up, RRSP matching, and flexible vacation. Achievers has been recognized for their contributions to HR, technical excellence, and outstanding workplace culture. Their hybrid-first work environment in Liberty Village, Toronto, promotes innovation and collaboration while maintaining flexibility.

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact in a growing company while working with modern technologies and helping shape the future of employee recognition and engagement software. The role offers both technical challenges and leadership opportunities, making it perfect for someone who enjoys mentoring others while staying deeply involved in technical work.