Sr. Engineer, Backend (Canvas)

Zapier is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Canvas team, focusing on building and enhancing their visual workflow automation platform. The role involves working on Canvas, Zapier's platform for visually designing, building, and automating business workflows, with a particular emphasis on AI Assist - their cutting-edge initiative that leverages AI for workflow optimization. The position requires expertise in backend systems, APIs, and scalable architectures, with a strong focus on TypeScript or Python development. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience and be passionate about creating tools that help customers simplify complex workflows. As a remote-first company, Zapier offers a flexible work environment and competitive compensation. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing scalable systems, and implementing AI-driven features. Key responsibilities include enhancing AI capabilities, optimizing system performance, and maintaining high-quality APIs. The company culture values continuous learning, collaboration, and result-driven development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to impact millions of businesses by building automation tools while working with cutting-edge technologies in a remote environment.