Canva
Computer Software
StaffSoftwareEngineer-APIPlatform
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“Staff Software Engineer - API Platform at Canva. Skills: API Platform, Distributed Systems, Cloud Infrastructure. Define technical roadmap. Define architecture for API platforms”
Industry & Context.
Conceptual problem-solving; Tackle complex technical challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years commercial experience, Java experience, Experience planning architectural changes, Expert in asynchronous programming, Expert in reactive programming, Deep knowledge of computer science fundamentals, Deep knowledge of engineering fundamentals, Understanding of resiliency techniques, Understanding of resiliency patterns, Experience in large distributed cloud environments
Nice to Have
Experience with Scala, Experience with Python, Experience with Typescript, Experience with RPC frameworks, Experience with gRPC, Working knowledge of modern networking protocols, Working knowledge of HTTP/2, Working knowledge of protobuf, Working knowledge of WebSockets
What You'll Do.
Define technical roadmap
Define architecture for API platforms
Shape roadmaps for backend systems
Become authority in API architecture
Become authority in service communication
Define best practices for software architecture
Define best practices for layering
Define best practices for service performance
Define best practices for resiliency patterns
Define best practices for library consumption
Design intricate aspects of system
Implement intricate aspects of system
Tackle complex technical challenges
Propose innovative approaches
Future-proof distributed cloud infrastructure
Engage with others to shape improvements
Write clear design documents
Influence others' designs
Guide implementation of major projects
Assist in task breakdown
Keep engineers in sync
Provide guidance to engineers
Provide mentorship to engineers
Assist engineers in professional development
Help engineers navigate technical challenges
Facilitate cross-team initiatives
Orchestrate cross-team initiatives
Set higher standard for reliability
Set higher standard for velocity
Set higher standard for security
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-team initiatives; Across teams; Within teams; Between stakeholders and engineers
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Roadmap planning, Task breakdown
Full Job Description
Join the team redefining how the world experiences design. Hey, g'day, mabuhay, kia ora,你好, hallo, vítejte! Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point. Where and how you can work Collingwood is home to our Melbourne campus - a vibrant, creative hub for connection and impactful work. While Sydney is home to our HQ, Melbourne brings its own unique vibe, with local artwork, lush greenery, and thoughtfully designed spaces to help you collaborate, focus, and feel part of a welcoming community. This role is based in Melbourne, and we’re looking for someone who calls it home. Our hybrid way of working gives you the flexibility to work remotely, and to come together on campus for meaningful in-person collaboration and connection when it matters most. What you’d be doing in this role As Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think that's all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things you'll be working on when you start, but this will likely evolve. At the moment, this role is focused on: * Play a leading role in defining the technical roadmap and architecture for API platforms as Canva evolves. This involves helping shape the roadmaps for critical building blocks of Canva’s backend systems. * Become an authority in the area of API architecture and service communication. You will need to define and evangelise best practices for software architecture and layering, service performance, resiliency patterns and best practice library consumption. You will do this with both coding contributions and effective PR reviews. * Design and be a hands-on implementer of intricate aspects of the system, showcasing your aptitude for tackling complex technical challenges effectively. * Propose innovative approaches and solutions to help future-proof Canva's distributed cloud infrastructure. You must engage with other
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