Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Developer (Remote) — Automate Accounts

About Us

Automate Accounts is a Zoho Partner specializing in automating key business processes using the Zoho suite of applications. We offer bespoke bookkeeping services, real-time dashboards, and custom reports tailored for small and medium-sized businesses across North America. Join our dynamic team and help us deliver exceptional service to our clients.

Job Description

This is a remote position.

About Automate Accounts

Automate Accounts helps businesses streamline finance and operations through smart automations, custom integrations, and scalable software solutions. We build fast, reliable systems based on Zoho that reduce manual work and give teams real-time visibility into their workflows.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Software Developer who can own backend and web development while driving automation across Zoho products. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders, build scalable services, and mentor junior developers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, delivers independently, and enjoys turning messy operational problems into elegant systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web and backend components using Python, Node.js, and Zoho tools (Deluge, Zoho Creator, Zoho CRM, etc.).
• Design and implement custom workflows, integrations, and automations within Zoho products.
• Build, enhance, and manage RESTful APIs for internal systems and client applications.
• Perform thorough code reviews, enforcing best practices, testing standards, and maintainability.
• Debug and resolve production and staging issues quickly, ensuring high system reliability.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to gather requirements, propose solutions, and estimate delivery timelines.
• Write clean, scalable, well-documented code with a strong focus on readability and long-term support.
• Manage and optimize SQL databases, including query tuning, indexing, and schema evolution as business needs change.
• Contribute as a high-ownership individual contributor while mentoring junior developers.
• Ramp up quickly and meet performance expectations within the first month.

Leadership Opportunities

• Lead and mentor junior developers through reviews, pairing, and technical guidance.
• Drive projects end-to-end independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Act as a technical liaison between engineering and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring solutions match business needs.

What Success Looks Like (First 30 Days)

• You understand our Zoho + backend ecosystem and can independently ship improvements.
• You’ve delivered at least one meaningful automation/workflow or backend enhancement.
• You’re actively contributing to reviews, architecture discussions, and process improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience with Zoho products OR proven ability to learn and ship quickly in similar low-code ecosystems.
• Strong communication skills, especially in client or business-facing conversations.
• Ability to work EST hours (5am–2pm EST) consistently.

Nice to Have

Prior experience in SaaS automation, fintech, accounting workflows, or operational tooling.

Work Setup

• Remote (BYOD): You must have a personal laptop/PC and stable internet connection.
• Timezone: EST working hours required.
• Fast-moving, ownership-heavy environment with high autonomy.

Benefits

• Remote work: Enjoy location flexibility so you can excel from anywhere.
• 24 days paid time off (PTO): Generous leave to recharge and balance life.
• Canadian employer: Work with a stable, reputable company compliant with Canadian standards.
• Mediclaim: Health coverage to keep you protected.
• Supportive team: Collaborate with friendly colleagues who help each other succeed.
• Culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous learning: Grow your skills, bring new ideas, and shape how we work every day.