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# Senior Software Developer, Backend at Leap Tools

- **Company:** Leap Tools
- **Location:** Canada
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-08-24
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://jobs.gem.com/leap-tools/am9icG9zdDoQzTC_QD1HWTNWhK9SIrNP

## Job description

## About us

At Leap Tools, we are building the world's most advanced solutions for the interior décor industry. With customers in 80+ countries, our clientele includes Fortune 500 companies such as Home Depot, local retailers such as Alexanian's, and everything in between. We have been recognized as one of the fastest-growing tech companies by Deloitte for multiple years in a row, and we are looking for ambitious challenge-seekers to fuel our momentum and help us create an iconic global tech company.

## About our product

Our technology lets you preview products in your own room before you buy them. Imagine you want to redesign your home and have been searching for new tiles for your kitchen, or a new rug for your living room. You definitely want to make sure it will look good in your space. We enable you to do that through our proprietary cutting-edge technology, presented in an extraordinarily simple and accessible way. Try our rug demo now! Simply upload a picture of your room using your mobile phone, and slide the rug under your coffee table:https://www.roomvo.com/rugdemo4r

## About you

You have a passion for solving complex problems and working on products used by millions of people. You enjoy setting the bar high and clearing it. You can lead by example, but you know when to step aside and let the team run with the ball. Your technical knowledge is matched only by your passion to design, create, and succeed with others. You want to build on your experience. You are interested in making a big impact, but perhaps you are currently limited in your growth potential. Join us and you will work directly with our talented engineering team to push our product to new heights.

We hire humans, not job descriptions. You should apply even if this role and salary range don't align with your experience. We’re happy to create unique roles and compensation for the right talent.

## About our stack

- Python, Django, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, AWS

## What you'll do

- Drive the design, architecture, and delivery of complex backend systems that enable 3D and computer vision experiences at scale.
- Lead the development of mission-critical APIs, data pipelines, and services that support high-traffic applications used globally.
- Partner with product and engineering leadership to define technical direction, identify foundational investments, and plan for scale and performance.
- Serve as a force multiplier by mentoring senior engineers, conducting architecture reviews, and enabling high-quality, high-velocity development across teams.
- Champion engineering excellence and set the technical bar for backend systems in terms of scalability, resiliency, observability, and maintainability.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives that span multiple teams and stakeholders across the business.
- Help shape the long-term technical vision and culture of the engineering organization.
- Influence hiring, onboarding, and growth strategies to ensure a strong and healthy team over time.

We’re looking for someone with

- 8+ years of software development experience building and operating scalable, reliable systems in production environments.
- Strong experience with complex ETL flows and high-throughput systems is highly preferred.
- Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals (algorithms, data structures, networking, databases).
- Proven experience designing and scaling distributed systems focusing on performance, observability, and fault tolerance.
- Strong architectural instincts and the ability to make high-leverage technical decisions that impact multiple teams and systems.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and mentor senior engineers, guide teams through ambiguity, and elevate engineering practices across the board.
- Exceptional ownership mindset — you drive initiatives forward, raise the bar, and deliver lasting impact.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-autonomy, product-driven environment.
- Experience with e-commerce and catalog management is preferred.
- Familiarity with our stack (Python, Django, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, AWS) is strongly preferred, but deep expertise in analogous systems and a willingness to learn are welcome.

## About our culture

- We're a remote-first company that encourages our employees to work from where they're most productive.
- We work in tight-knit teams to cultivate an ownership mentality.
- We cherish curiosity and an obsession for details because we know these details are invaluable over the long run.
- We're hyper-focused on our achievements and our ability to execute our promises. We act with urgency.
- Work anywhere in the world for up to 3 months!
- We value families, by offering a parental leave program
- We offer a work-from-home stipend
- Your birthday (and our company's birthday) is a day off!

## About our hiring process

- You upload your resume and complete a brief questionnaire.
- 3 technical assessments: 2 coding + 1 system design
- Culture fit assessment
- Meet the founder

AI in Recruitment - At Leap Tools, we leverage AI technology to enhance our recruitment process. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, sourcing prospective candidates, and to support administrative tasks for enhanced operational efficiency. Founders and senior leadership are directly involved in our recruitment process, and AI is never used to make the final hiring decision. We are committed to the responsible use of AI in our hiring practices.

Expected salary range, Ontario based: $110,000 - $160,000 + other benefits. We value exceptional talent above all else. If your expectations or seniority sit outside the stated range, you should still apply. We can scale roles and compensation to match your unique situation.

This is a net new position on the team.

Leap Tools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the interview process. If you require any accommodation, please contact us at ta@leaptools.com

Take the Leap. Apply now. Our demo, in case you missed it: https://www.roomvo.com/rugdemo4r

You should apply to this job even if you don't fit this role perfectly because we can create a new role for you with corresponding compensation.

## About Leap Tools

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Leap Tools is a Toronto-based software company that builds Roomvo, an augmented reality platform that lets shoppers visualize home products in their own spaces before buying.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held)
- **Headquarters**: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- **Founded**: 2009
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Software Development / Augmented Reality / Retail Technology
- **Target customers**: B2B (retailers, flooring and home décor businesses, real estate) and B2C (end consumers via partner websites). Serves both enterprise clients (e.g., Fortune 500 companies like Home Depot) and SMBs.
- **Mission**: "To reshape how people buy home products" by making product visualization simple and intuitive, and to "empower customers with the tools they need to grow, streamline operations, and deliver unforgettable experiences."

## Products & Services
- **Roomvo**: Proprietary AR visualization platform that integrates with e-commerce websites. Users upload a photo of a room and see products (flooring, tile, wall coverings, etc.) in their space. No downloads or hardware required. Available as a SaaS/API integration. Also includes a standalone website (roomvo.com) and a furniture visualizer that debuted at High Point in 2025. In January 2025, Leap Tools acquired QFloors to expand its flooring industry footprint.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at $2.8M (per LinkedIn); total funding not publicly disclosed. Investors/accelerators include RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator and Innovate UK Artificial Intelligence (per CB Insights).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Home Depot (client), Alexanian's, and other global billion-dollar companies; Deloitte Fast 50 and Fast 500 award winner; acquired QFloors in 2025.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 17.2% YoY to 195 employees (per LinkedIn), though the company's careers page claims 300+ employees and Built In lists 140 — conflicting reports. Active job postings were up 400% year-over-year. Company serves 180+ countries and has seen 1B+ product views. Expanding into EMEA and LATAM with dedicated sales roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- Proprietary AR technology with multiple patents for product visualization using single-page applications.
- Strong customer ROI: 5x increase in e-commerce conversion rates, 10% increase in website transactions, and up to 30-day reduction in in-store sales cycles.
- Integrates seamlessly with existing websites; no hardware or downloads required.
- Deep focus on machine vision and complex technical challenges.
- Established brand trust with Fortune 500 retailers and presence in 80+ countries.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue building the world's most advanced AR visualization solutions for the interior décor and real estate industries.
- Integrate and scale the QFloors acquisition to strengthen flooring industry leadership.
- Expand globally, especially in EMEA and LATAM (evidenced by regional sales and customer success roles).
- Grow the engineering team to solve challenging machine vision problems and scale the platform.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative team of creatives and engineers; values include curiosity, attention to detail, ownership, and precise execution.
- **Work environment**: On-site workspace with offices in Toronto (HQ) and Calgary; employees work from physical offices (per Built In).
- **Perks**: Health insurance, generous PTO, paid sick days.
- **Engineering culture**: Modern stack including Python, Java, React, Kubernetes, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and more; focus on AR/machine vision.
- **Growth opportunities**: Fast-growing company with multiple Deloitte Fast 50/500 wins; active hiring across product, engineering, sales, and customer success.
- **Employee feedback**: 3.9/5 rating on LinkedIn (59 reviews); culture rated 3.9, career 3.8, work-life 3.6, compensation 3.2. Example salaries: Senior Product Manager CAD 149,930; Director of Customer Success CAD 92,237; Data Specialist CAD 57,500.

## Sources
1. [leaptools.com](https://www.leaptools.com/careers/)
2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/leap-tools)
3. [leap-tools.breezy.hr](https://leap-tools.breezy

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