Senior Software Developer - Toronto - 7shifts

Description

7shifts is a scheduling and payroll platform designed to help restaurant teams thrive. With an easy-to-use app and industry-specific solutions, 7shifts saves time, reduces errors, and helps keep costs in check for over 55,000 restaurants. Our mission is to simplify team management and improve performance for restaurants, with a long-term vision of creating a thriving restaurant industry through the power of connected & engaged teams.

As a Senior Software Developer at 7shifts, you'll join our Developer Experience squad, where the focus is on strengthening the backend and data foundations that power the product. You'll help shape how our systems scale as usage and complexity grow, improving performance, reliability, and data integrity across core workflows used every day by over 1.5 million restaurant workers. You'll report to an Engineering Manager and play a key role in shaping critical technical decisions across product, design, and engineering.

What you'll do:

• Design, build, and ship complex product features that depend on well‑modeled, reliable, and scalable data
• Own work end to end, from problem definition and technical design through delivery, iteration, and long‑term support
• Apply strong database and data modeling fundamentals when designing schemas, queries, and data flows that support correct product behavior
• Translate product and business needs into thoughtful technical solutions, identifying tradeoffs and risks early
• Improve performance, reliability, and data integrity by addressing root causes and reducing system complexity
• Set and reinforce strong engineering practices through code reviews, testing, and consistent technical standards
• Mentor other developers through feedback and technical guidance, helping the team make better decisions over time
• Use modern tools, including AI, thoughtfully and responsibly to reduce friction and improve delivery

What you bring:

• A degree or diploma in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience owning and supporting production software used by real customers, including making technical decisions and tradeoffs as data‑driven workflows grow in scale and complexity
• Strong experience working with databases, data modeling, and data‑driven systems at scale
• The ability to take ambiguous, complex problems and turn them into clear, maintainable solutions
• Comfort working in large, evolving codebases and improving existing systems over time
• Sound technical judgment when balancing speed, quality, performance, and long‑term maintainability
• Clear communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional partners
• Experience mentoring other developers or leading technical discussions within a team

It'd be even cooler if you had:

• Experience scaling databases and data‑driven solutions, both from the application side, all the way through to supporting infrastructure

This role is part of an existing vacancy and is part of our current hiring plan.

Compensation

The base compensation range for this position is CAD $130,000 to $180,000. This range reflects the full growth path for the role, from building core skills, to accomplished performance, through to role mastery. We typically target the accomplished level when hiring externally. At this level, individuals bring relevant experience in the role, demonstrate strong job‑related skills, operate with confidence and consistency, and are able to deliver impact with limited ramp‑up while still having meaningful opportunity to grow.

Compensation at 7shifts is performance and growth‑driven. As you develop your skills and expand your impact over time, your compensation grows with you. Your specific placement within this range is based on your job‑related skills, knowledge, and experience, as well as our internal equity assessment. We are always happy to discuss our approach throughout the hiring process.

Our commitment to our Shifties:

• Opportunity: Our product is evolving in exciting ways, and we're focused on delivering even more value to restaurants. This momentum creates real opportunities to learn and grow. Whether you're honing your craft or exploring new paths, you'll be supported and empowered to own your growth and impact a product shaping the future of the restaurant industry.
• Challenge: We're tackling real problems in a fast‑moving, complex industry. The work is scrappy and ambiguous, but meaningful. You'll think critically, act with intention, and shape solutions that make a real difference for restaurant teams.
• Culture: We're proud to be recognized among the best workplaces in North America. Guided by our mission and values, we move fast to solve meaningful problems and celebrate wins together. Whether through in‑office and remote events, team offsites like Sparks, or everyday moments of connection, we create space for shared growth, collaboration, and fun.
• Equity: We're a Series C, VC‑backed SaaS company, and we believe everyone should share in the success they help create. When we build together, we grow together.
• Health and Wellness: We support Shifties in and outside of work, knowing that what people need can change over time. From day one, you'll have access to benefits like health and dental, lifestyle spending accounts to a parental leave program built with flexibility in mind, to help you bring your best self to work.
• Flexibility: Our team is intentional around how and where we work, whether remotely, in person, or a mix of both. We prioritize candidates who thrive in a hybrid work environment with offices in Saskatoon and Toronto, ensuring in‑person collaboration and connection when possible. Plus, we offer a flexible vacation policy to encourage everyone to recharge when needed. Oh, and our '90 Day Shift' program lets Shift work from (almost) anywhere because who wouldn't want to trade their desk for a beach view once in a while?
• Support: We set Shifties up for success with the tools they need, like the latest Apple tech, a home office setup, and some 7shifts swag to make it official. But support goes beyond day one. We're serious about professional growth, offering coaching, feedback, development planning, and opportunities to grow from within.

We know you might not check every box, and that's okay. If you're excited about this role, inspired to contribute to a meaningful product, and eager to share ideas that drive real change, we'd love to hear from you. We're building an inclusive team that reflects the diverse industry we serve, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We thank you for your interest in joining the 7shifts team

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