- Lead the evolution of the platform's architecture, ensuring scalability and maintainability.

- Maintain and modernize the React-based frontend and Node.js/PHP backend.

- Own the design system and component library for reusability and accessibility.

- Enhance REST APIs focusing on security, flexibility, and performance.

- Optimize workflows, automation, and tooling for better developer experience (DX).

- Implement performance improvements such as lazy loading, caching, and server-side rendering (SSR).

- Improve database query performance and reduce backend bottlenecks.

- Oversee build pipeline improvements including CI/CD integrations.

- Manage cloud hosting environments such as AWS or DigitalOcean.

- Drive unit, integration, and functional testing adoption (Jest, Mocha, etc.).

- Optimize SEO strategies and implement A/B testing strategies.

- Act as the last stop on code reviews, ensuring high code quality and best practices.

- Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers.

- Be a hands-on contributor, doing heavy-duty coding as needed.

Job Requirements:

- 7+ years of experience in full-stack development with a focus on performance and scalability.





- Expertise in React.js, Webpack, and Node.js.

- Robust experience with modern PHP (or willingness to maintain/refactor legacy PHP code).

- Deep knowledge of performance optimization techniques and web performance audits.

- Experience building payment processing systems (not just integrating Stripe or similar services).

- Experience working in eCommerce platforms and handling complex payment workflows.

- Proficiency with build tools, automation, and CI/CD pipelines.

- Hands-on experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and caching systems (Redis, Memcached).

- Strong understanding of RESTful API design with secure, fine-grained access controls.

- Familiarity with containerization (Docker), process management (PM2), and cloud environments.

- Passion for creating exceptional user experiences with attention to detail.

- Ability to lead code reviews, define coding standards, and support team growth.

- Experience with infrastructure cost management and scaling in cloud-hosted environments, is a plus.

📌 Senior / Staff Software Engineer (Canada)
🏢 Connections Outsourcing
📍 Canada