Senior Backend Developer Position

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeBackend Full time $150,000 - $170,000
Design Solutions Architect

We're seeking a highly skilled Backend Software Engineer to join our team.

You will be responsible for designing and developing scalable, reliable backend services using modern frameworks and tools. This includes driving collaboration with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to scope, define, and deliver impactful product features.

As a seasoned engineer, you'll focus on evolving and scaling Canva's backend architecture through thoughtful service design, system decomposition, and shared tooling. You'll champion reliability, performance, and engineering best practices across multiple service domains. Your expertise in Java fundamentals will enable you to write production-grade code, applying backend concepts like multithreading, service design, and performance optimization in real-world systems.

This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines. If you're passionate about building complex backend systems and mentoring others, we'd love to hear from you.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented engineers, and drive innovation in our industry. As a member of our team, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment that supports continuous learning and growth. We offer flexible leave options, equity packages, inclusive parental leave policies, and an annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your well-being. Join us and shape the future of design solutions

About Us

At Canva, we empower the world to design. Our platform provides users with access to a wide range of creative tools and resources, allowing them to produce high-quality designs without needing extensive experience or training. Our mission is to democratize design and make it accessible to everyone, regardless of skill level or background. We strive to create a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. If you share our passion for design and technology, and are committed to delivering exceptional results, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and develop scalable, reliable backend services using modern frameworks and tools
- Drive collaboration with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to scope, define, and deliver impactful product features
- Evolve and scale Canva's backend architecture through thoughtful service design, system decomposition, and shared tooling
- Champion reliability, performance, and engineering best practices across multiple service domains
- Write production-grade code in Java, applying backend concepts like multithreading, service design, and performance optimization in real-world systems

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