Job Title: Back-end Engineer
Location: Toronto / New York / Remote
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in back-end development with modern frameworks
About NetNow
NetNow is a fast-growing credit management platform helping suppliers modernize how they onboard, assess, and approve new customers. We eliminate paper credit applications, automate trade references, and deliver better data from banks and bureaus — all in one platform. We’re seeking a Back-end Engineer to join our growing engineering team and help build scalable systems that power core platform functionality and third-party integrations.
What You’ll Do
Develop and maintain back-end services and APIs
Design and implement data models and secure workflows
Contribute to infrastructure and reliability efforts
Collaborate with front-end engineers and product managers
Write tests, monitor performance, and ensure system stability
What We’re Looking For
3+ years of experience in back-end engineering
Proficiency in Node.js, Python, or similar server-side frameworks
Strong understanding of database design and API architecture
Experience with CI/CD, observability, and deployment practices
Comfort working in an agile environment and shipping iteratively
Bonus Points If You Have
Experience in fintech, credit, or transactional systems
Familiarity with microservices and message queues
Experience integrating third-party APIs or financial data sources
What You’ll Get
High-impact technical role with room for advancement
Ability to own and shape core system components
Exposure to credit, banking, and financial infrastructure challenges
Competitive compensation and equity
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