Company Overview: At Venue Kings, we specialize in providing top-tier ticketing solutions for sports, concerts, and live entertainment events. Our mission is to make unforgettable experiences accessible to fans worldwide. As a fast-growing company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, where our team thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Job Description: Venue Kings is seeking a curious and collaborative Backend-Focused Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our growing technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of our platform, ensuring seamless and efficient operations. This is an on-site position based in our North Vancouver, BC office, with a flexible work schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from planning to deployment.
• Write clean, testable, and efficient code using modern frameworks and technologies.
• Maintain and improve legacy systems through refactoring and technical debt management.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to define, develop, and deliver new features.
• Contribute to API development and integration with third-party services.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize system performance.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices to enhance the platform and development workflow.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of non-internship professional experience in a software development role.
• Proficiency in Python and at least one other modern programming language, such as Golang or C#.
• Experience working with AWS services including S3, Lambda, and EC2.
• Strong database skills (SQL, NoSQL) and experience in query optimization.
• Experience with in-memory databases like Redis and caching mechanisms.
• Experience with Git version control system and its features like branching, merging, and pull requests.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Openness to learning and exploring new tools, frameworks, and technologies.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to commute to our North Vancouver office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with back-end frameworks such as Django, Flask, Fast API, or ASP.NET.
• Understanding of serverless and event-driven architectures.
• Comfortable working with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, such as AWS CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience with Docker and containerized applications.
• Experience with AI/ML infrastructure and data pipelines.
• Basic understanding of scraping and data collection.
• Bonus points for independently developed and deployed side projects.

Benefits and Perks: As a member of the Venue Kings team, you'll enjoy:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Flexible Work Schedule: While this is an on-site position, we offer flexibility in work hours.
• Live Events Credit: Monthly event credit for attending concerts, sports, and live entertainment.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and company-sponsored events.
• Friendly Culture: Collaborative and friendly work environment with a casual dress code.

Location and Compensation:

• On-Site Only: North Vancouver, BC office.
• Salary Range: $70,000 - $120,000 annually. Salary is based on several factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants. While only those selected for the next stage will be contacted, we thank everyone for considering a role with us.

At Venue Kings, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on talent and potential, ensuring equal opportunity regardless of background.