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At Tafi and DAZ 3D, we build tools and help humans and brands express themselves through stylized and uber-creative assets for the digital world.

As a leader in 3D technology since 2000, Daz 3D empowers 3D artists and designers with a free, comprehensive software suite and a massive 3D marketplace with over 5 million inter-compatible assets for Daz Studio and other 3D applications. We offer hobbyists and professionals the tools they need to create high-quality 3D renders and animations featuring customizable content that can be exported anywhere.

Tafi operates Daz 3D, a leading content creation platform, serving millions of professional and recreational artists worldwide. Its catalog includes more than five million 3D assets, many of which are high-resolution and interoperable, and exportable to other leading software programs. The company has partnered with iconic brands such as Coca-Cola, Warner Brothers, Champion, Estee Lauder, Timex, RTFKT (now Nike), Coinbase, and others for web3 and NFT activations.

Senior Web Backend Developer

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, or US Remote

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Chief Product Officer

As a Senior Web Backend Developer, you will lead the development of Tafi and Daz 3D's web backend systems, ensuring the successful execution of backend initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and driving innovation in our backend development processes.

Your Impact as a Senior Web Backend Developer

  • Lead the development and implementation of scalable and robust web backend solutions.

  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.

  • Design and optimize databases for performance and scalability.

  • Integrate third-party services and APIs.

  • Troubleshoot and debug applications to ensure optimal performance.

  • Innovate by modernizing and scaling backend activities in the organization.

  • Stay informed of emerging web backend technologies and integrate improvements into our backend systems.

  • Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure backend solutions meet product requirements and quality standards.

  • Identify, escalate, and mitigate risks to the business emerging from backend engineering initiatives.

You Bring to Daz 3D and Tafi:

  • 10+ years of experience in web backend development or application delivery.

  • Proven ability to oversee the web backend development process from concept to deployment of complex applications.

  • Proven experience architecting a solution from the ground up.

  • Prior agency or true start-up experience.

  • Strong understanding of backend development technologies such as App Engine, Golang

  • Experience with database management systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Datastore, or similar.

  • Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies.

  • Effective communication skills and the ability to share knowledge with diverse stakeholders.

Bonus Skills and Abilities

  • Degree in computer science, software engineering, or related discipline.

  • Certifications in: CSPO, CSM, ITIL, PMP/Scrum.

  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

  • Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

  • Understanding of security best practices and secure coding principles.

  • Experience with microservices architecture.

Working Conditions:

  • Regular hours, with occasional overtime and flexibility required to meet project deadlines

  • May require sitting or standing for extended periods

  • Occasional travel may be required for company events or meetings

What do Daz and Tafi Have to Offer?

  • Competitive salary

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with most or all of the premiums paid by the company

  • 401k matching plan

  • Unlimited paid vacation potential

  • Paid monthly gym membership at VASA or reimbursement to a gym of your choice

Do I need ALL Criteria to Apply To Daz 3D and Tafi?

Absolutely not! Studies have shown that women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. If you are drawn to this role and your past experiences do not align perfectly with the job description, but you think you have something we should be looking for, please apply, and let s see where the conversation goes!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We strive to create and maintain an environment where all our employees feel included and empowered to work in a safe environment. We celebrate and value each employee s unique experiences and perspectives across our company and recognize that fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to work ensures a vibrant and joyful place for creativity to be explored.

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