We’re Kira Systems. We’ve built machine learning software that enlightens the world’s enterprises by enabling them to truly know what’s in their contracts and documents. We’re deliberate in our decision making, clear on our mission and – most importantly – passionate about pairing the power of human know-how with a powerful product.

We’ve got an HQ in Toronto, but we’re a global workforce. From building trusted partnerships with our clients to delivering an employee experience that is second to none, our people are at the center of all that we do.

We are hiring a Senior Software Developer to join a cross-functional team of high performing developers, quality engineers and designers responsible for enhancing and maintaining our flagship product. You will work in all areas of our stack, which includes working on the Clojure web server, backend data processing services, ClojureScript web front-end and our platform API. We use PostgreSQL to store our data and don’t hide SQL behind big frameworks. The application (SaaS) is offered in AWS as well as on premises and we leverage several popular technologies such as RabbitMQ, Zookeeper, ElasticSearch and Docker.

Since our establishment we have gone far and have built a powerful tool relied upon by some of the world’s largest professional service firms and corporations. We are now aiming to take the application to the next level through modern design practices and innovation while continuing to deliver new value to our users. In this role you will leverage your extensive technical expertise to help us accomplish this goal. You will make serious software and have fun doing it. We strive to constantly learn, question the crowd, push the boundaries of existing technology, and solve difficult problems. Our team is highly collaborative and are willing to go the extra mile for each other.

This is a remote role since we have been working from home due to Covid-19.

What You Will Be Doing

Architecting, implementing, and testing features across our stack
Providing your expertise to ensure the next incarnation of our system is designed to be highly performant, stable, and robust
Collaborating closely with peers to help us move incrementally closer to the product vision
Participating in code and process improvements
Mentoring more junior members members of the team

What You Bring

Demonstrated software development experience in Clojure or an alternate functional language if you’re confident you can learn Clojure quickly. ClojureScript experience is a bonus.
Technical experience in designing, implementing, and supporting SaaS applications that scale. Bonus if you have had some On-Prem experience
Experience with distributed systems design with a focus on performance and scalability
Understanding of SQL databases
RESTful API use, implementation, or design
Knowledge of testing methodologies
Knowledge of application security
Team player mentality who enjoys collaborating with cross-functional peers

Why join Kira Systems?

We’ve got a dream team. Kira Systems is filled with smart, curious, independent, and self-motivated people. Together, we make up a culture that values diversity of thought, creative thinking and fun.

There is room to grow.We work on challenging problems. It’s hard (in a good way) and it gives ample opportunities for growth. We also believe in the power of learning. We provide an annual learning budget to all Kirans, as well as regular learning sessions hosted by internal and external experts.

The future is flexible. While we’re all remote right now, we have a number of fully remote team members around the world. Covid-19 has reminded us that our health and well-being come before anything, which means you have flexibility when it comes to designing your work day. It also means that we have a flexible vacation policy that allows you to take time off when you need it.

We’ve always got your back.Literally. Got a knot in your back? We have a comprehensive health and benefits plan for you and your family, as well as access to Employee Assistance Programs. We’ve also implemented “Kira Days” in the past year, otherwise known as “company shut-down days.” These provide an opportunity for everyone to step back and recharge at the same time.

We are award-winning! For two years in a row, we’ve been named one of Canada's Top 10 Best Workplaces for Companies with 100-999 Employees by Great Place to Work Canada. We’ve also been named one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital.

Kira Systems believes that at the foundation of our success are the people who work here. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe our diversity is a driver of success at our company. Any race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status are welcome here. Accommodations are available on request for all aspects of the selection process.

Please be aware that due to the nature of our business all successful candidates must clear a background check before beginning employment.

Senior Software Developer - Clojure

Kira Systems

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