Senior Backend Engineer, User Platform - Java - Remote

Overview

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Canva, you will play a crucial role in developing and refining the Apps SDK, ensuring that external apps can integrate natively into Canva’s product ecosystem.

In Short

• Join a team redefining how the world experiences design.
• Work on high-performance backend systems for user authentication and management.
• Architect new full-stack capabilities and shape API designs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external developers.
• Drive large-scale projects from ideation to execution.
• Mentor other engineers and share best practices.
• Participate in on-call rotations and contribute to incident response.
• Enhance the experience for large Enterprise and Education customers.
• Focus on scalability to support a rapidly growing user base.
• Communicate effectively with teammates.

Requirements

• Strong background in Java backend systems.
• Experience with concurrency, multithreading, and data structures.
• Problem-solving mindset for complex challenges.
• Experience with authentication and authorisation systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with SQL and DynamoDB.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to influence the future of backend development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to learning and development resources.
• Be part of a mission-driven company.