Senior Front-End Engineer

ABOUT MOBSQUAD

We are a well-funded, hyper-growth, company looking for an experienced Front-End Software Engineer. If you’ve ever dreamed of working with a top tier technology company backed by the very best venture capitalists in the world, then this is your chance.

Some details about MobSquad:

• MobSquad provides top-tier technical and consulting services to clients across North America. MobSquad works with leading clients across many industries such as fintech, health tech, and cyber security, and employs the world's best technology professionals including software engineers, data scientists, machine learning and AI engineers, and cyber security experts.
• We are a Certified B corporation, and have made numerous contributions to charitable organizations, as well as a financial commitment to the Upside Foundation. We believe we are playing a key role in enhancing Canada’s innovation economy, and have received support from the Government of Canada, Province of Alberta, Province of Nova Scotia, and City of Calgary, to support this ambition.
• For our workplace culture, we were recognized as the 14th best place to work in Canada (for a small company) in 2024, and have been awarded specifically for being one of the best workplaces nationally for: inclusion; mental wellness; giving back; youth; and technology. We were also recognized as one of Canada's Best Start-Up Employers by Forbes.
• For our innovative business model, we have been featured in numerous media outlets including: The New York Times; The Washington Post; The Wall Street Journal; The Economist; NPR; Bloomberg; The Financial Times; Harvard Business Review; Asian Pacific Post; BetaKit; CBC; Global News; Gothamist; International Business Times; MIT Technology Review; Nikkei Asian Review; The Economic Times of India; The Globe and Mail; and The Information.
• You can learn more about us on our website.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Front-End Engineer, you will be part of our Canada-based team providing technical services to MobSquad's clients. You will be expected to implement requirements, as well as improve APIs and respective platforms. Your team will operate alongside many other talented developers and data scientists in Canada, and you will be an integral part of the tech community that MobSquad has built.

This role requires someone who has demonstrated an ability to develop code into user-friendly software. The ideal candidate is able to work across the full development lifecycle: from concept to design; from test to release; from support to maintenance. The candidate has experience gathering requirements from a broader team and translating team input into a fully-functioning application. They are strong at working with a team of developers to create and maintain high-quality software.

ABOUT YOU

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a comparable field from an accredited institution
• You have over five years of general experience in software development across multiple languages and frameworks
• You have over five years of experience in JavaScript (specifically ES6), TypeScript, and front-end web development (e.g., HTML, CSS)
• You have experience with tools including Grunt, Gulp, and/or Webpack
• You have experience working with React, web components, and functional interfaces
• You have experience with back-end development including the use of Node.js and GraphQL (Apollo)
• You have experience working with RESTful APIs to connect to back-end services
• You have experience with SQL and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases
• You have knowledge of Software Design principles and various architectural patterns
• You have demonstrated the ability to develop high-quality code adhering to industry best practices (i.e., code review, unit tests, revision control)
• You have a work history reflective of a self-motivated professional who excels when given open-ended problems and broadly defined goals, having an innate desire to leverage their skills in a way that provides business value
• You are a self-starter, a quick learner, and are adept at turning high-level guidance into action-oriented plans
• You are detail-oriented, and have fantastic organizational skills

WHAT YOU'LL GET @MOBSQUAD

• A full-time position that offers competitive compensation
• A benefits program delivered through our bespoke digital platform, giving you control, choice, and flexibility. We give you the ability to build your package of benefits covering health (e.g., medical, dental, vision), wellness (e.g., gym, workout gear, massage, transit), and RRSP (retirement savings)
• A downtown office location with first-rate amenities, surrounded by great restaurants and easily-accessible transit
• For international candidates, sponsorship for an expedited work permit, expedited permanent residency, and Canadian citizenship within four years

At MobSquad, we support and encourage building a work environment that is diverse, inclusive, and safe for all. We invite and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.