Staff Backend Engineer

At Roofr, we're obsessed with our customers.

We constantly gather feedback to shape, prioritize, and launch the products they truly need.

That's what makes Roofr's CRM special.

We started by building essential sales tools like aerial roof measurements and digital sales proposals.

But when our customers asked for a simple, affordable way to manage and scale their entire businesses, we listened.

So, we created a CRM that connects these solutions—along with payments, material ordering, and more—into a seamless, powerful platform.

With a clear roadmap ahead, we're excited to continue expanding and leading the market with innovative products.We have an amazing culture, strong financials, and best-in-class company metrics.

It's an exciting time to be part of an extraordinary startup that is already successful, yet still early enough to offer its team significant growth, equity, and the opportunity to make a real impact.What You'll Get to Do : Within a dynamic cross-functional team, lead the evolution of backend architecture to enhance the scalability and efficiency of Roof's systemsHands-on contributor, blending strategic oversight with direct involvement in project executionInfluence the engineering culture in an early-stage company by promoting innovation and high standards in technical executionMentor senior engineers and collaborate with team members across disciplines to refine technical requirements and drive project successDesign and implement robust, scalable web applications and develop frameworks and libraries to streamline future projectsChampion the creation and maintenance of comprehensive suites of unit, functional, and acceptance tests to ensure software qualityLead troubleshooting efforts and optimize support strategies for production applicationsWhat You'll Bring to the Role : 8+ years of software development experience, with a strong proficiency in PHP and the Laravel frameworkDemonstrated leadership in adopting agile methodologies, with a commitment to frequent and confident code deploymentExpertise in deconstructing complex problems into manageable, incremental solutions, with a track record of strategic problem-solvingA proactive approach to advocating for and implementing initiatives that enhance engineering technologies and cultivate a progressive engineering cultureA collaborative spirit, thriving in environments where mutual growth and support are prioritized among team membersExceptional ownership of product development, with a personal standard that aligns with producing high-quality, reliable workExcellent communication skills, with a strong appreciation for the importance of effective documentation in driving project clarity and successIn-depth understanding of the unique challenges faced by early-stage companies, particularly in balancing immediate needs with long-term strategic goalsWe would love someone that has advanced skills in one or more of the following areas : DevOps, Geographic Information Systems (GIS)Compensation Range : $170,000.00 - $190,000.00 CAD What we offer (US + Canada)When you join our team, you're not just accepting a job.

You're making a career move.

Here's how we'll support you in doing some of the most impactful work of your career : ? Vacation / Paid Time Off : 1st week of employment is mandatory PTO!

Start your journey with Roofr by decompressing and recharging - we will see you in week 2!

1 Friday off per month (we call those our laundry days!)Company wide paid shutdown for the week between Christmas and New YearsFlexible time off80% employer paid benefitsRRSP / 401k matchGenerous Parental Leave policy Perks : We host 2 retreats per year and great team building activitiesAmple learning and development opportunities to continue growing your careerHome office setup stipendInternet and phone allowanceRemote first cultureWeekly Friday paydays!

AI NoticeAt Roofr, we're big fans of AI.

It helps us write job descriptions that don't put you to sleep, takes notes during interviews so we can actually listen, and even helps us track down awesome humans like you.Feel free to use AI to prep, research, or get pumped up for your interview (we see you, ChatGPT power users ).

But when it's time to chat, we'd love to meet you, not your AI alter ego.

Bring your real, unfiltered self, we promise we will too.And don't worry, a real, live human is behind every part of our process.

Every application is reviewed by a real person, and you'll always speak with real humans throughout the interview process.

No bots, just good people ?? Important NoticeWe've been made aware of an individual impersonating Roofr using a fraudulent domain : roofrr.com (note the extra "r").

Our company takes the security and privacy of job applicants very seriously.

We will never ask for payment, bank details, or personal financial information as part of the application process.

All our legitimate job postings can be found on our official career site.

Please be cautious of job offers that come from non-company email addresses, instant messaging platforms, or unsolicited calls.To ensure your application is legitimate, please apply directly through our official careers page : you receive any suspicious messages or have questions, reach out to us at

• safety and security are important to us — thank you for your vigilance!

Roofr is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity in the workplace regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

#J-18808-Ljbffr