We’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer (P4) to join our Data Infrastructure team. At this level, you’re trusted to set technical direction for infrastructure supporting 10M+ events per day, to be a strategic collaborator with architects and other R&D teams, and to mentor colleagues across the team. You will work on multiple components of the product and AWS infrastructure, and your work will directly shape the scalability and efficiency of our data processing pipeline.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Build Scalable Infrastructure: Design and maintain backend systems and data infrastructure that support high volumes of integrations and real-time events across the Solink platform
Own the Full Stack: Contribute to both backend and frontend development using Node.js, React, and Serverless frameworks, delivering performant, reliable features used by thousands of customers
Set Technical Direction: Drive architecture decisions for the data pipeline and integrations platform, and document standards so they scale across the team
Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with architects, R&D, and cross-functional teams to implement new capabilities, improve system performance, and shape technical direction
Plan with Intention: Participate in and help lead recurring design and planning meetings to scope and break down future work with input from product and engineering stakeholders
Drive Tasks to Completion: Use Jira to manage and prioritize your work, taking full ownership of deliverables while maintaining strong team collaboration
Support the Product: Assist customer support and success teams by troubleshooting, resolving issues, and delivering clear, technical explanations when needed
Innovate with Purpose: Stay ahead of the curve by researching new technologies and contributing ideas to continuously improve product performance, maintainability, and scalability
Mentor and Raise the Bar: Coach other engineers through complex problems, lead by example in code reviews, and share knowledge that lifts the whole team
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
This is a P4 — Staff level role. At Solink, individuals at this level are strategic collaborators who set technical direction, mentor across and beyond their immediate team, and can be relied on to drive team- and org-wide initiatives with minimal direction.
In this role, you’ll be expected to
Strategize with teammates and architects cross-functionally on key Data team initiatives
Lead projects end-to-end, keeping key stakeholders informed and anticipating issues before they block delivery
Coach and mentor other engineers through complex problems, and give constructive, direct feedback
Build frameworks, standards, and tooling that scale the team’s effectiveness beyond any single integration or feature
Continuously grow your own expertise and share learnings back with the team
In this role, you'll be expected to
Build Scalable Infrastructure: Design and maintain backend systems and data infrastructure that support high volumes of integrations and real-time events across the Solink platform
Own the Full Stack: Contribute to both backend and frontend development using Node.js, React, and Serverless frameworks, delivering performant, reliable features used by thousands of customers
Set Technical Direction: Drive architecture decisions for the data pipeline and integrations platform, and document standards so they scale across the team
Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with architects, R&D, and cross-functional teams to implement new capabilities, improve system performance, and shape technical direction
Plan with Intention: Participate in and help lead recurring design and planning meetings to scope and break down future work with input from product and engineering stakeholders
Drive Tasks to Completion: Use Jira to manage and prioritize your work, taking full ownership of deliverables while maintaining strong team collaboration
Support the Product: Assist customer support and success teams by troubleshooting, resolving issues, and delivering clear, technical explanations when needed
Innovate with Purpose: Stay ahead of the curve by researching new technologies and contributing ideas to continuously improve product performance, maintainability, and scalability
Mentor and Raise the Bar: Coach other engineers through complex problems, lead by example in code reviews, and share knowledge that lifts the whole team
WHAT YOU BRING
Must-Have
Technically Grounded: 5+ years of software development experience, supported by a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technology field
Database Breadth: Experience working with SQL/NoSQL systems — especially Elasticsearch or DynamoDB
Collaborative Developer: You thrive in team environments, lead design sessions, and communicate effectively with peers, product managers, and leadership
Cloud Fluent: You’ve built and deployed applications using AWS services like Lambda, VPC, DynamoDB, ElastiCache, SQS, and Kinesis. Cloud-native thinking is second nature
Strong in JS/TS: You’re proficient in JavaScript and TypeScript and know how to deliver clean, efficient code across full stack applications
Serverless-Savvy: You have practical experience designing and maintaining serverless infrastructure at scale, and understand how to build for scalability and cost-efficiency
Data-Informed: You’ve worked with data warehousing tools such as Snowflake and can navigate the challenges of building reliable, scalable data pipelines
Agile Aligned: You’re comfortable managing your work in Jira, participating in agile ceremonies, and helping teams break down and plan upcoming features
Independent Contributor and Mentor: You take ownership of your work, move initiatives forward independently, and coach others through complex problems
DevOps & IaC: Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools like CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Terraform, or Serverless Framework
Nice-to-Have
Frontend Experience: Hands-on experience with React or similar modern frameworks
Security-Minded: Knowledge of information security and cybersecurity best practices
Polyglot Perspective: Comfort with multiple programming languages beyond JavaScript/TypeScript
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must undergo a criminal records check upon hire;
Be a Canadian Citizen (dual citizens included), or eligible to work in Canada;
Be willing to comply with Solink’s own security policies and standards.
OUR VALUES
We do things the Solink way
Act with URGENCY – Our customers move fast, so we do too.
Deliver with QUALITY – We sweat the details and hold a high bar.
Win with TEAM – No egos. Just outcomes, built together.
Lead with TRUST – We earn it through clarity, consistency, and care.
These aren’t just words—they shape how we hire, lead, and grow.
WHY SOLINK?
We’re not just building tech - we’re building a place where great people do great work.
Clarity and trust: Where the role allows, we support flexibility in how and where work gets done - and we’re upfront about what’s required.
Meaningful equity: Every full-time, permanent employee has a stake in our growth.
Comprehensive benefits: Fully paid health & dental (no waiting period) + $500 health spending account.
Wellness support: Monthly reimbursement for fitness, wellness, or mental health programs.
Growth through merit: Advancement is based on contribution, initiative, and the ability to raise the bar - together.
Candid culture: Clear expectations, honest feedback, and no politics.
Social connection: From So-learns to Solink-o and So-lunches, we stay connected in ways that actually feel fun.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE HIRING PROCESS
We respect your time and value transparency. Here’s a general idea of what to expect:
1. Intro call with our Talent Team
2. Takehome CoderPad Assessment
3. Hiring Manager Interview
4. Final Technical Deep Dive with Team
5. Reference Checks
6. Offer & onboarding 🎉
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY POINT IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE BUSINESS.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your resume and a short cover letter via our [Careers Page https://solink.com/careers/]. Let us know what excites you about this role, and how you’d help move Solink forward.
NOTICE: SOLINK USES ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) TO SCREEN, ASSESS, AND/OR SELECT CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION.
SOLINK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE’RE COMMITTED TO BUILDING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE. IF YOU REQUIRE ACCOMMODATION DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE LET US KNOW.
