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Nialli Inc.

Senior Backend Developer

Calgary, AB

Nialli is currently looking for a highly motivated senior backend developer to work closely with our UX, AI and React Development teams. What we are developing Nialli™ products and services include ...

Synechron

Java developer

Calgary, AB · Hybrid

CA$80K - CA$85K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * 5+ years of experience in Java back-end development. * Strong expertise in Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring ...

Synechron

Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Hybrid

CA$80K - CA$85K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * 5+ years of experience in Java back-end development. * Strong expertise in Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring ...

Targeted Talent

Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote! Our client is developing a buy and sell platform for agriculture using blockchain ...

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Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote! Our client is developing a buy and sell platform for agriculture using blockchain ...

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Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote to start with potential later relocation to Calgary or Winnipeg . Our client is a global ...

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Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote to start with potential later relocation to Calgary or Winnipeg . Our client is a global ...

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Senior Java Developer

Calgary, AB · On-site +1

$91K - $120K/yr

Are you a Senior Java Developer who loves working with cutting-edge technologies and solving complex problems? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are looking for a Senior Java ...

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Senior Java Developer

Calgary, AB · On-site +1

$91K - $120K/yr

Are you a Senior Java Developer who loves working with cutting-edge technologies and solving complex problems? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are looking for a Senior Java ...

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Senior Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

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Senior Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

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Senior Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer for our client. This is a permanent position that is remote anywhere in Canada! Our client is a global enterprise company with a product that ...

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Senior Java Developer

Calgary, AB · Remote

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Senior Backend Developer

Nialli Inc.

Calgary, AB

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Nialli is currently looking for a highly motivated senior backend developer to work closely with our UX, AI and React Development teams.


What we are developing

Nialli™ products and services include visual collaboration applications intended for highly secure enterprise environments. Our suite of products provides an easily understood and simple way for individuals and groups to collaborate in a shared workspace in both in-person and remote scenarios. It integrates with the tools, devices and applications that people already use and offers an easily understood environment for new users and guests to effectively work together. It is deployed on the Microsoft® Azure cloud and leverages industry-standard authentication and encryption.


You will

  • Deliver products from requirements through design, implementation, and release using a continuous delivery approach based on automated, repeatable, and reliable releases
  • Identify, document, and defend against potential security vulnerabilities
  • Design and evolve scalable backend architectures and APIs
  • Own key services in production, including reliability, performance, and operational health
  • Have the freedom to suggest design changes based on personal experience
  • Work closely with the front-end and AI developers to get the right data at the right time in an Agile environment
  • Perform feature deconstruction and development across all application layers
  • Work closely with the UX team, AI, React and backend other developers to implement on designs
  • Research new technologies and bring forward new ideas to support the team
  • Perform code reviews
  • Be a champion of Nialli process and developer guidelines


You have

  • A bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent
  • A passion for creating leading edge backend systems
  • 7+ years of backend development experience, including experience designing and operating production systems at scale
  • A solid understanding of programming fundamentals
  • An ability to thrive on the unknown and you are always interested in your next challenge
  • Creative and natural problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • The ability to stay current and work in a rapidly changing environment


You have experience with

  • The following languages and frameworks:

C#, .NET Core 8+

Redis

  • Messaging patterns (e.g., pub/sub, queues) using tools such as NServiceBus, RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus
  • MS SQL design, normalization, performance tuning
  • Layered RESTful API architectures, microservices
  • Using Docker, Docker-Compose, and containerized applications
  • Common/modern design patterns and software architecture
  • Azure DevOps
  • Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, M365 Copilot) to improve productivity and code quality
  • Visual Studio 2026
  • Git/GitFlow
  • MS Teams/remote collaboration
  • Agile methodologies
  • Running and troubleshooting distributed systems in production environments


“Nice to have experience”

  • JIRA
  • Experience in multi-user web environments
  • Experience building web applications (as opposed to just websites)
  • Knowledge of React
  • Experience building multi-tenant SaaS applications
  • Experience with high-availability and distributed systems design
  • Experience with cloud-native architectures in Azure
  • Experience optimizing database performance at scale
  • Experience working in security-sensitive environments


We offer a competitive compensation package, some unusual perks and benefits, and a great team environment. This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with regular in-office presence expected to support collaboration and team connection.


Apply by submitting your application to peopleservices@nialli.com by close of business on May 29, 2026. Please ensure that your resume and cover letter highlight how you meet our requirements.

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