Senior Software Developer

Responsibilities   As a Senior Software Developer at 7shifts, you’ll join our Developer Experience squad, where the focus is on strengthening the backend and data foundations that power the product
You’ll help shape how our systems scale as usage and complexity grow, improving performance, reliability, and data integrity across core workflows used every day by over 1.5 million restaurant workers
You’ll report to an Engineering Manager and play a key role in shaping critical technical decisions across product, design, and engineering
Design, build, and ship complex product features that depend on well-modeled, reliable, and scalable data
Own work end to end, from problem definition and technical design through delivery, iteration, and long-term support
Apply strong database and data modeling fundamentals when designing schemas, queries, and data flows that support correct product behavior
Translate product and business needs into thoughtful technical solutions, identifying tradeoffs and risks early
Improve performance, reliability, and data integrity by addressing root causes and reducing system complexity
Set and reinforce strong engineering practices through code reviews, testing, and consistent technical standards
Mentor other developers through feedback and technical guidance, helping the team make better decisions over time
Use modern tools, including AI, thoughtfully and responsibly to reduce friction and improve delivery
Benefits   Equity in a Silicon Valley VC-backed startup
Competitive health benefits
Generous & flexible vacation
Unlimited snacks and a fully stocked fridge
A culture that values authenticity, trust, and curiosity
Apple equipment
Casual dress code
Our offices share neighborhoods with awesome restaurants!
Exciting technical challenges and learning opportunities
Endless supply of Slack GIFs and dad jokes
Free membership to our on-site gym (in Saskatoon)
Qualifications   Experience owning and supporting production software used by real customers, including making technical decisions and tradeoffs as data-driven workflows grow in scale and complexity.
A degree or diploma in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
The ability to take ambiguous, complex problems and turn them into clear, maintainable solutions.
Comfort working in large, evolving codebases and improving existing systems over time.
Experience mentoring other developers or leading technical discussions within a team.
Sound technical judgment when balancing speed, quality, performance, and long-term maintainability.
Clear communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
Strong experience working with databases, data modeling, and data-driven systems erience scaling databases and data-driven solutions, both from the application side, all the way through to supporting infrastructure.
We know you might not check every box, and that’s okay. If you’re excited about this role, inspired to contribute to a meaningful product, and eager to share ideas that drive real change, we’d love to hear from you.

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