Backend Engineer designing APIs and integration architecture for EvenUp's AI - powered legal - tech platform. Improving client portal experiences and application performance from Toronto or San Francisco hubs.
About the role
- Senior Java Developer at Lazer, focusing on backend integrations for major commerce brands. Design and maintain services connecting external systems with Shopify and other platforms.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend integration services connecting external systems with Shopify and other commerce platforms
- Build and manage service layer and integration layer components for client projects
- Develop and consume APIs, with a focus on GraphQL (Shopify’s primary API) and REST
- Implement webhooks, asynchronous processing, and scheduled job workflows
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, and project managers across multiple time zones
- Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of backend services handling high-volume transactions
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement of development practices
- Work directly with clients to understand integration requirements and deliver solutions
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional Java development experience
- Proven track record building and managing backend systems and integration services
- Proficiency working with APIs like GraphQL and REST API experience is required
- Experience with webhooks, event-driven architecture, asynchronous processing patterns, and scheduled tasks
- Strong understanding of Computer Science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, system design)
- Experience working with Git, CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker)
- Proficiency working with different Relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Non-relational databases.
- Available to work Eastern Time (ET) hours
Benefits
- Work From Anywhere: Choose your workspace — all you need is strong wifi and a passion for building!
- Work / Life Balance: We believe in our team’s ability to have it all; a great career, and time to unplug and live…you know...life.
- Employee Care: We provide full benefits (healthcare, dental, vision) for our employees (401k for our US employees)
- Unlimited PTO: Everyone needs a break. Take at least 15 days off a year, and more if you need—just be cool about it and keep the team in mind.
- Regular Team Retreat: Join us for a week of team bonding at amazing destinations. Recent trips include the Dominican Republic, Cancun, and Hawaii — plus ones welcome.
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