Senior Frontend Engineer - Web Platform

Sydney, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job DescriptionJoin the team redefining how the world experiences design.Hey, g'day, mabuhay, kia ora,你好, hallo, vítejte!Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point.Where and how you can workOur flagship campus is in Sydney. We also have a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. But you have choice in where and how you work. That means if you want to do your thing in the office (if you're near one), at home or a bit of both, it's up to you.What you'd be doing in this roleAs Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think that's all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things you'll be working on when you start, but this will likely evolve.At the moment, this role is focused on:

Collaborate closely with stakeholders, designers, and cross-functional teams to create innovative and user-friendly solutions
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and reusable front-end components and systems
Identify and implement best practices and methodologies for front-end engineering
Mentor and empower other engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices
Stay up-to-date with the latest front-end technologies, trends, and industry advancements
Contribute to the overall architecture and design of front-end systems, ensuring maintainability and extensibility

You're probably a match if have/are

Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and state management libraries (e.g., MobX)
Experience with back-end technologies such as Node.js or Java
Expertise in writing performant, reusable code for UI components, including appropriate testing
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, taking ownership of projects and outcomes
Experience with big-picture thinking and attention to detail
Passion for creating exceptional user experiences
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

About the TeamAs part of Page Assembly, you'll be able to work across the stack immersing yourself in web page architecture and enhancing technical capabilities (e.g JS bundling, code delivery, data loading) all aimed at ensuring our systems scale efficiently and maintain top performance.We delve into the complexities of challenging architecture, working diligently to consolidate differing structures across our platform. Our approach emphasises effective and pragmatic communication with a diverse group of product engineers, ensuring that we all work in harmony toward common goals.Innovation and collaboration drive our successes. We are committed to refining how pages are constructed and delivered, addressing intricate architectural challenges, and aligning diverse technical visions into a cohesive strategy. If you are passionate about tackling complex problems and enhancing user experiences on a global scale, come join us in revolutionising the world of design at Canva.What's in it for you?Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but you'll experience lots of moments of magic, connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva, too. We also offer a stack of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.Here's a taste of what's on offer:

Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.Other stuff to knowWe make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.

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