Backend Engineer

Parallelz is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their team in a hybrid work environment based in Toronto. This role focuses on developing and maintaining backend services with an emphasis on infrastructure. The ideal candidate will work with Go and Kubernetes to build customer-facing applications and APIs while ensuring high availability and security. The company values high performance, innovation, first-principles thinking, and ownership mentality. They're looking for someone who can handle both backend development and DevOps responsibilities, including maintaining CI/CD pipelines and monitoring systems. The role requires expertise in Go, microservices architecture, and container orchestration, with additional experience in tools like Traefik and GitHub Actions being beneficial. The position offers competitive compensation including salary, benefits, and equity through an Employee Stock Option Plan. Parallelz demonstrates a commitment to accessibility and accommodation for people with disabilities throughout their hiring process.