Senior Backend Engineer (SQL/Python)
ReleadyToronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted April 16, 2026
270000 - 270000 CAD
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Releady is a women‑owned talent solutions firm that delivers end‑to‑end technology, data analytics, and digital marketing services, from cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity to creative development and QA. We partner with organizations to design custom, scalable solutions that drive innovation and measurable results, while our contract, contract‑to‑hire, and direct‑hire models provide flexibility for both clients and professionals. A core strength lies in our diverse, purpose‑driven culture that places people at the center of every engagement, fostering inclusive growth and impactful outcomes. Releady’s commitment to remote work and autonomy empowers employees to thrive personally and professionally while contributing to collective success.
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Python and API development to design and build scalable, data-driven backend systems.
Requirements
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs using Python (FastAPI preferred).
- Build and support ETL/data ingestion frameworks to process structured and semi-structured data.
- Integrate with internal and external APIs, data platforms, and cloud storage solutions.
- Write efficient, optimized SQL queries for analytics and reporting use cases.
- Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g., OAuth2, JWT).
- Deploy and maintain services in containerized cloud environments (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data engineers, frontend developers, and product stakeholders.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, testing strategies, and code quality standards.
- Optimize backend performance, reliability, and scalability for high-volume data systems.
Benefits
- 8am - 5pm
- Hourly Rate: $135 (incorporated); $117 (T4)
