Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Developer (Remote) Automate Accounts

About Us

Automate Accounts is a Zoho Partner specializing in automating key business processes and building custom applications. Join our dynamic team and help us deliver exceptional service to our clients.

This is a remote position.

Role Overview

We're looking for a Senior Software Developer who can own backend and web application development. 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.
• Strong communication skills, especially in client or business-facing conversations.
• Ability to work EST hours (5am2pm EST) consistently.

Nice to Have

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

Experience with Zoho suite of applications

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

• Salary Range - 8LPA - 18LPA
• 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.