Canva
Backend Software Engineer - Product & Features (Java) - Open to remote across ANZ
Found: December 2, 2025
This role is based in Sydney, Australia with remote work options available.
What you'll do:
- Design and implement backend features within existing service architecture.
- Build and maintain services that power user experiences and internal systems at scale.
- Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers.
- Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.
- Contribute to system health by writing tests and fixing bugs.
- Continuously learn through mentorship and exposure to different parts of Canva’s engineering stack.
You're probably a match if:
- You have experience in building backend systems using Java in a production environment.
- You understand distributed systems and can develop RESTful APIs.
- You apply sound engineering practices and write maintainable code.
- You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- You have hands-on experience using AI in coding/programming.