Staff Software Engineer

Stack

Responsibilities

• ▹Lead and mentor teams of exceptional engineers while collaborating closely with Product and Design partners to tackle complex technical challenges
• ▹Allocate time to "Staff Dev Projects": cross-team initiatives, work acceleration within the team, exploration of emerging technologies, technical debt, or investing in the future of engineering
• ▹Collaborate cross-functionally to conceptualize, design, and iteratively deliver high-impact features that address customer needs
• ▹Partner with Product and Design teams to shape and define the strategic product roadmap
• ▹Identify and lead large-scale initiatives that drive innovation across multiple teams or departments
• ▹Actively participate in code reviews and testing processes to ensure code quality and maintainability
• ▹Champion the development of consistent engineering practices and reusable code solutions
• ▹Lead and facilitate group discussions to drive consensus on optimal solutions for complex customer problems
• ▹Research, promote, and implement industry best practices
• ▹Communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• ▹Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth

Requirements

• ▹Demonstrated expertise in developing highly scalable, robust software solutions across multiple layers of the technology stack
• ▹Hands-on experience using tools like ChatGPT, Cursor, and Copilot, balancing AI-driven efficiency with the craft of software development
• ▹Proven leadership experience guiding teams through complex, high-impact projects as a technical lead
• ▹Exceptional proficiency in software design, architecture, and coding, with a focus on maintainability and performance
• ▹Outstanding collaboration and communication skills, amplifying the team's productivity through mentorship/coaching
• ▹Strong self-motivation and resourcefulness
• ▹Ability to navigate ambiguity and prioritize tasks effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• ▹Passionate commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

Nice to have

• ▹Experience with the development stack: React, React Native, TypeScript, GraphQL API layer, and Ruby on Rails on AWS
• ▹Led cross-team initiatives and projects

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹Extended health benefits package with fully paid premiums for both body and mind
• ▹Matching in RRSP, TFSA, or FHSA
• ▹Stock options
• ▹A dedicated Talent Development team with access to coaching, learning, and leadership programs
• ▹The opportunity to shape a $400-billion industry that has no dominant player
• ▹Freedom to choose where you work from: home anywhere in Canada, or hybrid from the Edmonton (HQ) or Toronto offices

About the company

Jobber helps small home service businesses transform how they deliver service through technology. The Staff Software Engineer could join McWeb (foundations and scalability of the web platform), QuoteMeal (the quoting and estimating experience), or Franchise (the foundation for Jobber's franchise offering).