Dan Pelensky
Senior Backend Developer @PurposeMed
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Backend Developer @PurposeMed
At PurposeMed, I help make healthcare more accessible for underserved communities across Canada by developing secure, scalable systems that power our virtual care platforms.I lead initiatives across multiple products - including Frida, Foria, and Freddie - collaborating closely with clinical, design, and product teams to deliver thoughtful, patient-centric experiences. My focus is on building maintainable Rails code, strengthening platform architecture, and continuously improving development workflows.In a fast-moving, high-trust environment, I serve as a key contributor and technical voice within cross-functional teams. I champion pragmatic solutions, clean abstractions, and a culture of engineering excellence that aligns with PurposeMed’s mission-driven goals.
EDUCATION
General Assembly
Front End Web Development (Part time)
Australian Collage of Natural Medicine
Bachelor of Health Science, Naturopathy
Makers
Computer Software Engineering
MrWED
Cert IV, Training & Assessment
SKILLS
ABOUT DAN PELENSKY
I’m a software engineer who loves diving into new technologies and writing clean, well-tested code that stands the test of time. Quality isn’t just a checkbox for me—it’s baked into everything I build.I thrive in remote work. I’ve seen how async communication and distributed teams lead to better results (and happier people). Plus, removing geographical limits means we get to work with the best talent, no matter where they are.Coming from an underrepresented background in tech has shaped how I see the industry. I care deeply about making it more inclusive, and I try to put that into action—whether it’s mentoring, supporting others, or just making space for new voices.I also really enjoy breaking down complex technical ideas for different audiences. Whether it’s engineers, product folks, or leadership, I make sure we’re all aligned. I’ve stepped back from public speaking for a bit, but I’m excited to get back into it soon.At the end of the day, I love building great software and helping others grow in their careers. Seeing someone I’ve mentored succeed? That’s the best part of the job.
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