At Minga, we're on a mission to revolutionize campus management for modern K-12 schools, creating a safer, more engaging environment where students can thrive. Our innovative platform helps schools manage student behaviour, build better culture, and reduce disruptions. As a tight-knit and growing team based in the vibrant Innovation Center in downtown Kelowna, BC, were looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to help us build and scale the systems and data infrastructure behind the scenes.

The Role

Were looking for a Sr Backend Data Engineer whos passionate about building clean, reliable systems and data pipelines that drive product innovation and internal tooling. Youll play a key role in shaping how we collect, transform, and use data across Minga; supporting internal teams, powering integrations with external systems, and contributing to the backbone of our platform.

This role is full-time. Open to remote-based candidates in Vancouver, BC. For those interested in relocating to Kelowna, were open to supporting the right candidate in making that move.

Targeted start date: August 2025
Compensation: $130,000-$150,000

Your Responsibilities

As a Backend Data Engineer at Minga, youll:

• Build and maintain scalable data pipelines that power our product and integrations with external School Information Systems (SIS).
• Own the development of backend services that process, transform, and sync school-related data across systems.
• Design reliable and secure data models and APIs to support both real-time and batch workflows.
• Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and internal stakeholders to translate business needs into data infrastructure and tools.
• Ensure clean, well-documented, testable code with a focus on maintainability and performance.
• Contribute to internal tooling that supports platform configuration, reporting, and operations.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions as part of a collaborative, high-trust engineering team.

Your Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend engineering, data engineering, or a related field.
• Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining APIs (REST/gRPC) and backend systems at scale.
• Hands-on experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with building ETL/ELT pipelines and working with structured/unstructured data.
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized development environments.
• A product-focused mindset you care about the why behind what you build.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Bonus Points

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform or similar cloud infrastructure.
• Background in EdTech or working with SIS platforms (e.g., PowerSchool, Skyward).
• Familiarity with stream processing tools or event-driven architecture.
• Experience building internal tools or admin systems for non-technical stakeholders.

By Your 6-Month Mark at Minga, You Will:

• Be a go-to contributor for backend data systems and internal tools.
• Have successfully delivered at least one major integration or internal data project.
• Be leading initiatives to improve our data infrastructure, practices, and developer workflows.
• Be working cross-functionally with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to shape and deliver solutions.
• Feel confident and trusted to lead, ship, and iterate on work that drives real value for schools and our internal team.

The Perks

Embrace the perks of a flexible, hybrid work environment (three days in the office), along with comprehensive health, dental, and vision care. Enjoy your well-deserved vacation days, holidays, and sick leave. Seize opportunities for professional development and on-the-job learning. Our employees enjoy a laid-back, supportive office environment (with snacks), and our team-building events and social gatherings are the icing on the cake.

Join the Minga Movement!

Are you ready to help build the data systems behind a platform making a real difference in K12 education? Apply now and become part of a team of professionals dedicated to creating meaningful change. Even if youre not the perfect fit, wed love to hear from you; tell us why you think youd thrive here.