Lead Engineer - Payments Platform

📋 Description Design and build out payment platform capabilities, such as orchestration, risks & fraud Build out a global bill payment product to streamline how small businesses manage their cash flow Develop core high-throughput platform services Integrate and champion artificial intelligence capabilities to accelerate engineering productivity Guide the design and development of reliable, scalable, performant, and secure services for the Contribute directly to production code and proof-of-concepts 🎯 Requirements Proven track record of delivering highly available, distributed backend systems and designing Deep understanding of system architecture, API design, and both SQL and NoSQL databases Proficiency in modern backend stacks such as C#, Java, Golang, or C++, alongside cloud-native Hands-on with production code, proof-of-concepts, and technical deep dives Strong leadership capabilities, with a passion for setting technical direction, mentoring Strong ability to break down complex problems into clear, actionable solutions while driving agile 🎁 Benefits Base salary range in Canada: $186,000 - $236,000 CAD Variable Pay: Eligibility for commissions or equity based on role and performance Comprehensive Benefits: World-class health, wellness, and retirement programs Xero Perks: Full suite of benefits from wellbeing initiatives to professional development Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home and in-office 'boost days' Open to Ontario or Alberta applicants willing to relocate and Seattle Area, Washington US