Key skills
JavaScriptReactTypeScriptMentoringCollaboration
About this role
Role Overview
- Leading the design and development of performant, delightful user interfaces using modern frontend frameworks
- Driving collaboration with Product Managers, designers, and fellow engineers to scope, define, and deliver impactful product features
- Evolving and scaling Canva’s frontend architecture through reusable component libraries and shared design systems
- Championing accessibility, performance, and engineering best practices across multiple product surfaces
- Writing robust, well-tested code and proactively identifying areas for technical improvement or refactor
- Guiding design and code reviews, mentoring peers, and raising the technical bar for your team
Requirements
- You are highly experienced in building complex, user-facing applications using modern frontend technologies (we use React and TypeScript)
- You have strong JavaScript fundamentals and a deep understanding of the web platform
- You’re comfortable taking ownership of features end-to-end—from architecture to delivery—and thrive in environments where you drive the "how"
- You balance attention to detail with pragmatism, and consistently ship quality code at speed
- You’re a thoughtful collaborator who works well across disciplines and proactively brings others on the journey
- You understand the bigger picture—how your work connects to product goals, user experience, and long-term scalability
- You enjoy mentoring others, offering constructive feedback, and lifting the technical bar for your team.
Tech Stack
- JavaScript
- React
- TypeScript
Benefits
- 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