Senior Software Engineer (Golang)

Stream is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Golang to join their growing team in Toronto. As a leading provider of chat and video solutions powering major applications like Strava, Nextdoor, Patreon, and Midjourney, Stream offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-scale, challenging engineering problems.

The role focuses on developing and maintaining Stream's video SFU and chat API using Go, along with technologies like CockroachDB/Postgres, RocksDB, Raft, and Redis. What makes this position unique is Stream's willingness to train experienced engineers from different tech stacks through their comprehensive 10-week internal onboarding program focused on Go and scalability.

The position requires at least 4 years of backend engineering experience, with expertise in either Go, scalability/database work, or SDK development. Stream offers a hybrid work environment with 3 days per week of team collaboration in a co-working space, providing the perfect balance of flexibility and team interaction.

Stream stands out with its strong engineering culture, where technical excellence drives success. The company has secured $58M in funding from prominent VCs and is backed by notable figures in the tech industry. Engineers at Stream enjoy exceptional benefits, including 36 days of PTO, equity, learning opportunities, and the chance to work on open-source projects.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from 130,000 to 160,000 CAD, with opportunities for growth from Senior to Director/Principal levels. Stream's global presence, with offices in Boulder and Amsterdam, offers unique opportunities for international collaboration and travel.

For engineers passionate about building scalable solutions and working with cutting-edge technologies, this role presents an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing company with a proven track record in the industry. Stream's commitment to engineering excellence, combined with their impressive client roster and strong financial backing, makes this an ideal position for those looking to make a significant impact in their career.