--- title: 'Senior Software Engineer- Backend/Infrastructure at GoDaddy' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-software-engineer-backend-infrastructure-godaddy-canada-wvvkrrbevvvr' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Senior Software Engineer- Backend/Infrastructure at GoDaddy - **Company:** GoDaddy - **Location:** Canada - **Compensation:** $107k–$161k - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2025-08-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://careers.godaddy/jobs?gh_jid=6620837003 ## Job description Location Details: Canada, Remote At GoDaddy, the future of work looks different for each team. Some teams work in the office full-time; others have a hybrid arrangement (they work remotely some days and in the office some days) , and some work entirely remotely.​ This is a remote position, so you’ll be working remotely from your home. You may occasionally visit a GoDaddy office to meet with your team for events or meetings. Join our team Contribute to the development of GoDaddy’s eCommerce and SSO infrastructure and Kubernetes systems on AWS. On a day-to-day basis you will be working on the team who designs, writes, tests and deploys the infrastructure and application management software for GoDaddy’s eCommerce applications.  Expect to learn every day. What you'll get to do... - Work as a polyglot engineer, writing and maintaining Infrastructure as code with frameworks/ ecosystems such as Java, Unix CLI, and NodeJS - Build and operate infrastructure workflows and deployment pipelines using Kubernetes, Argo Workflows, Argo CD, and GitOps practices - Design, build, and own services and APIs in Java, running on Kubernetes-based platforms across AWS and distributed systems - Develop and support application and infrastructure delivery pipelines, enabling reliable releases of eComm, Auth and Infrastructure services - Collaborate closely with other GoDaddy departments to help advance security and technical standards, maintain regulatory compliances while operating eComm & Auth platforms Your experience should include... - 5+ years of strong backend software engineering experience in Java - Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including Helm, Kustomize, or equivalent tools to deploy and manage backend services - Experience building and operating high-volume, mission-critical production systems on AWS with continuous deployment (CD) practices - Strong experience with infrastructure as code, supporting backend applications and services - Experience with observability and logging platforms, including ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) You might also have... - Experience with backend data storage technologies, including Cassandra, DynamoDB, and SQL-based systems - Practical knowledge of security best practices, including authentication and authorization technologies - Hands-on familiarity with cloud, DevOps, and platform tooling, including CloudFormation, AWS services (RDS, ALB, NLB, S3, Route53, Security Groups, ASM), Akamai GTM, Logstash, Beats, FluentD/Fluentbit, Argo Workflows/CD/Rollout, and certificate/secret rotation We've got your back...  We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off, retirement savings (e.g., 401k, pension schemes), bonus/incentive eligibility, equity grants, participation in our employee stock purchase plan, competitive health benefits, and other family-friendly benefits, including parental leave. GoDaddy’s benefits vary based on individual role and location and can be reviewed in more detail during the interview process. We also embrace our diverse culture and offer a range of Employee Resource Groups ([Culture](https://careers.godaddy/culture)). Have a side hustle? No problem. We love entrepreneurs! Most importantly, come as you are and make your own way. We encourage you to apply even if your experience or skillset doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement. We value a wide range of backgrounds and transferable skills, and we are excited to support learning and growth. About us...  GoDaddy is empowering everyday entrepreneurs around the world by providing the help and tools to succeed online, making opportunities more inclusive for all. GoDaddy is the place people come to name their idea, build a professional website, attract customers, sell their products and services, and manage their work. Our mission is to give our customers the tools, insights, and people to transform their ideas and personal initiative into success. To learn more about the company, visit [About Us](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Faboutus.godaddy.net%2Fabout-us%2Foverview%2Fdefault.aspx&data=05%7C01%7Cklilas%40godaddy.com%7C4a7c273441f14a72548908dab30d54f3%7Cd5f1622b14a345a6b069003f8dc4851f%7C0%7C0%7C638019167147789183%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=JKqNxY8z5E%2BjfKXCtVVYGLmGXuv31qCpLmWP960VLzo%3D&reserved=0). At GoDaddy, we know diverse teams build better products—period. Our people and culture reflect and celebrate that sense of diversity and inclusion in ideas, experiences, and perspectives. But we also know that’s not enough to build true equity and belonging in our communities. That’s why we prioritize integrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles into the core of how we work every day—focusing not only on our employee experience, but also our customer experience and operations. It’s the best way to serve our mission of empowering entrepreneurs everywhere and making opportunity more inclusive for all. To read more about these commitments, as well as our representation and pay equity data, check out our Diversity and Pay Parity annual report ,which can be found on our [Diversity Careers page](https://careers.godaddy/diversity). GoDaddy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GoDaddy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements. Refer to our full [EEO policy.](https://www.godaddy.com/legal/agreements/equal-opportunity-employment-statement) Our recruiting team is available to assist you in completing your application. If they could be helpful, please reach out to myrecruiter@godaddy.com. GoDaddy doesn’t accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. ## Compensation & Benefits What We Offer: Working at GoDaddy offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, parental leave, healthcare, retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location. This role may be eligible to participate in GoDaddy's equity plan. All roles are generally eligible for the following benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, critical illness, AD&D, health care spending account, employee assistance program, paid sick time, paid personal time, paid parental leave, remote work options, paid holidays, paid Wellness days, employee stock purchase plan; and other benefits in accordance with GoDaddy's benefit plans and applicable law. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. Please note: - AI will not be used to screen, assess or select applicants other than as set out in the details in the application below. - This job posting relates to an existing vacancy. ## Compensation In addition to the salary range below, the role may be eligible to participate in a discretionary cash bonus scheme that pays 10% of base salary based on individual and company performance. Canada: $107,000—$161,000 CAD ## About GoDaddy ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: GoDaddy is the world’s largest web services platform, helping millions of entrepreneurs build, grow, and manage their online presence through domain registration, hosting, website building, and AI-powered business tools. - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: GDDY) - **Headquarters**: Tempe, Arizona, United States - **Founded**: 1997 - **Founders**: Bob Parsons ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Internet infrastructure, domain registration, web hosting, website building, digital marketing, e-commerce enablement - **Target customers**: Small and micro businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals (B2B and B2C); primarily serves “everyday entrepreneurs” - **Mission statement**: “To empower entrepreneurs everywhere, making opportunity more inclusive for all.” [investors.godaddy.net](https://investors.godaddy.net/about-us/overview/default.aspx) ## Products & Services - **Domain Registration**: One of the largest domain registrars globally, managing over 80 million domain names. - **Web Hosting**: Shared, VPS, and dedicated hosting plans, plus managed WordPress hosting. - **Website Builder (GoDaddy Airo®)**: An AI-driven intelligent experience that helps users quickly create a website, set up email, and launch online storefronts. - **SSL Certificates & Security**: SSL/TLS certificates, site security monitoring, and DDoS protection. - **Email & Marketing**: Professional email hosting, email marketing tools, social media management, and SEO services. - **GoDaddy Payments**: Integrated payment processing for online and in-person transactions. - **GoDaddy Studio**: Mobile app for creating branded graphics and social media content. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: ~$13.9 billion (as of mid-2025) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/godaddy) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $5.0 billion (FY2024); operating income $932 million [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/godaddy) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Publicly traded with major institutional shareholders; partners include cloud providers (AWS, Google Cloud) and payment processors. - **Growth Signals**: 20+ million customers served; 5,250 employees (+6.9% YoY); launched GoDaddy Airo (AI-powered website builder); expanded into payments and commerce. ## Competitive Advantages - **Scale & Trust**: The world’s fifth-largest web host by market share, with over 62 million registered domains. - **End-to-End Platform**: Offers a seamless journey from domain to website to payments, reducing the need for multiple vendors. - **Customer Support**: 24/7 award-winning “GoDaddy Guides” provide human support in multiple languages. - **AI Innovation**: GoDaddy Airo uses AI to proactively build and grow businesses, lowering the barrier for non-technical entrepreneurs. ## Strategic Focus - **AI-First Growth**: Embedding AI across products to automate website creation, marketing, and business insights. - **Commerce Expansion**: Deepening payment and e-commerce capabilities to capture more of the entrepreneur’s wallet. - **Global Reach**: Operating in 64 countries, with continued investment in international markets (India, UK, Romania, Serbia, Canada). - **Customer Lifetime Value**: Shifting from transactional domain sales to recurring subscription services and managed solutions. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and “bringing your true self.” Employees are encouraged to take risks and pursue side hustles. [careers.godaddy](https://careers.godaddy/culture) - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Committed to being an equal opportunity employer with employee resource groups and inclusive policies. - **Benefits**: Generous 401(k) match, stock grants (RSUs), Employee Stock Purchase Program, professional development tuition support, paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and subsidized onsite meals (in AZ). [careers.godaddy](https://careers.godaddy/culture) - **Work Model**: Hybrid and remote-friendly global offices; many roles offer flexibility. - **Career Development**: Mentorship programs, internal mobility, and “TechFest” events for engineers. ## Sources 1. [GoDaddy Careers Overview](https://careers.godaddy/) 2. [GoDaddy Culture Page](https://careers.godaddy/culture) 3. [GoDaddy Investor Relations – About Us](https://investors.godaddy.net/about-us/overview/default.aspx) 4. [GoDaddy LinkedIn Company Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/godaddy) 5. 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