Staff Solutions Architect (Canada/Remote) - Fintech & Vertical SaaS

Staff Solutions Architect

The Staff Solutions Architect is a high-influence technical leadership role responsible for the long-term evolution of a global invoicing ecosystem. You will serve as the primary architectural authority, driving the modernization of backend services and ensuring the scalability and resiliency of distributed systems. This role requires a strategic thinker who can bridge the gap between business goals and technical execution, reducing technical debt while establishing the engineering standards that will govern a unified, multi-product platform.

Responsibilities

• Drive high-level architectural decisions across distributed systems and scalable microservices.
• Lead backend re-architecture initiatives to transition legacy systems into a unified, resilient ecosystem.
• Improve system-wide scalability, observability, and performance to support global user growth.
• Direct the design and performance tuning of MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Redis environments.
• Collaborate with engineering and product leadership to define the long-term technical roadmap and strategy.
• Raise the bar for engineering excellence by mentoring senior engineers and implementing best practices for CI/CD, security, and maintainability.
• Design and support complex integrations that unify multiple invoicing products into a single, seamless experience.

Qualifications and Job Requirements

• Must Have:

  • 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on high-scale systems.

  • 6+ years of expert-level, hands-on experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript.

  • Extensive background in designing and scaling Microservices and Distributed Systems.

  • Deep expertise in MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Redis, including advanced database optimization strategies.

  • Extensive experience building scalable REST APIs for both web and mobile-first consumers.

  • Experience driving organizational technical strategy and managing complex architectural discussions.

  • Strong background in CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and backend performance tuning.

  Preferred Expertise:

  • Previous experience as a Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, or Solutions Architect.

  • Experience in Fintech, Invoicing, or Payments platforms within B2B SaaS environments.

  • Experience merging multiple products/platforms into a unified backend architecture.

  • Familiarity with distributed tracing, logging, monitoring, and modern security best practices.

  • Knowledge of distributed tracing, logging, and advanced monitoring best practices.

  • Experience managing high-scale, multi-tenant SaaS environments supporting mobile products.

  • Exposure to React.js and Tailwind CSS is a plus.

What We Offer

• 100% Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from the location that helps you thrive. All it takes is a laptop and a reliable internet connection.

• Highly Competitive USD Pay: Earn an excellent, market-leading compensation in USD, that goes beyond typical market offerings.

• Paid Time Off: We value your well-being. Our paid time off policies ensure you have the chance to unwind and recharge when needed.

• Work with Autonomy: Enjoy the freedom to manage your time as long as the work gets done. Focus on results, not the clock.

• Work with Top American Companies: Grow your expertise working on innovative, high-impact projects with Industry-Leading U.S. Companies.

Why You'll Like Working Here

• A Culture That Values You: We prioritize well-being and work-life balance, offering engagement activities and fostering dynamic teams to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.

• Diverse, Global Network: Connect with over 600 professionals in 25+ countries, expand your network, and collaborate with a multicultural team from Latin America.

• Team Up with Skilled Professionals: Join forces with senior talent. All of our team members are seasoned experts, ensuring you're working with the best in your field.