Toronto; Ottawa Remote (Country) Full-time $500 per year

lightspeedhq is hiring a Senior Staff Software Developer

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end technical execution of large-scale, event-driven payment platforms processing millions of transactions daily, with accountability for the broader architectural impact across teams.
  • Set benchmarks for excellence by defining modern practices in AI-integrated development, fault-tolerant systems, and service-level objectives that ensure reliability at global scale.
  • Guide experimental projects from concept to production efficiently, evaluating multiple approaches and advocating for high-impact, iterative solutions that balance immediate business needs with sustainable architecture.
  • Collaborate on engineering and product direction, co-creating technical roadmaps, managing technical debt, and influencing cross-team priorities to align with long-term goals.
  • Elevate team capabilities through hands-on coaching and by promoting a culture of ongoing skill development and knowledge sharing.
  • Accelerate development speed by designing and maintaining shared platforms, reusable frameworks, and automated safeguards that simplify integration and boost team productivity.

Benefits

  • Be part of a rapidly growing, dynamic organization with a fast-moving culture.
  • Build systems that process billions in transaction volume for merchants worldwide.
  • Work alongside high-caliber engineers in an environment that supports ongoing career advancement.
  • Receive comprehensive benefits, including equity, flexible remote work, and an inclusive workplace.
  • Develop products designed for extreme scale and high availability.
  • Access continuous learning and technical growth opportunities.
  • Become an integral member of a diverse and inclusive team.
  • Participate in an equity ownership program available to all employees.
  • Enjoy a flexible paid time off policy.
  • Receive health insurance coverage.
  • Use an annual $500 benefit for health and wellness expenses.
  • Access paid parental leave and support services.
  • Gain entry to mental health resources, including online therapy and coaching.
  • Take part in a company-sponsored volunteer day.

Work Arrangement

Remote (Country)

Other

  • Candidates must be based in Canada and available to work during EST/EDT business hours.
  • Flexible work models available: fully remote, hybrid, or in-office (where local offices exist).
About company
lightspeedhq
Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Their cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.
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Job Details
Department Technology
Category backend
Posted a month ago