Backend developer Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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Riva is seeking a passionate and experienced Backend Developer with deep expertise in C# and the Microsoft .NET ecosystem. In this role, you’ll tackle complex technical challenges, design and build scalable solutions, and mentor team members. You’ll bring a customer-focused mindset, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering secure, high-performance applications that power mission-critical workflows for global enterprises.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Reporting to an Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with team leads, developers, testers, product owners, and customer-facing stakeholders to develop new product features, maintain and enhance existing systems, and resolve customer issues. Your work will directly impact the reliability and scalability of Riva’s core synchronization engine.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include :

• Architect and Deliver Scalable Backend Solutions : Design and build secure, robust, high-performance backend features for our core synchronization engine.
• Drive Innovation and Feature Development : Lead the design and implementation of new product features and improvements to existing systems.
• Ensure Code Quality and Maintainability : Write clean, well-documented, and testable code; participate in code reviews and mentor team members.
• Optimize System Performance : Implement performant data synchronization mechanisms and optimize database interactions.
• Ensure System Security : Advocate for and implement security best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot and Resolve Complex Issues : Use advanced server-side troubleshooting skills to maintain system stability.
• Contribute to Technical Documentation : Prepare architectural and design documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Embrace DevOps Practices : Work with CI / CD pipelines and related technologies for efficient software delivery.
• Stay Current with Technology : Continuously learn and adopt new technologies and best practices within the .NET ecosystem.
• Communicate Technical Concepts Clearly : Explain solutions effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Lead Technical Transformations : Contribute to major initiatives such as migrating to newer .NET versions.

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WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

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MORE ABOUT RIVA

We are an Edmonton-based software development company with a global footprint. Our Relationship Engine creates seamless data flow between applications like email, calendar, contacts, and tasks and CRM - synchronizing data and eliminating the need for task switching, application toggling, and data entry duplication across platforms.

We offer a work culture that fosters diversity, equity, inclusion, and fun. Where curiosity is rewarded, and each day offers the chance to learn, grow, and contribute to the efforts of people you like, respect, and value.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

Must hold a valid work permit or be a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.

Riva is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining Riva. Please note that only candidates selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.

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