Front-End Developer

Nesto Cloud; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mortgage technology firm in Vancouver is seeking a Team Lead to manage software developers and ensure efficient project execution. You will build high-quality web applications using ReactJS and lead a team focused on impactful projects. The ideal candidate has experience with frontend frameworks and APIs, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for accelerated career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Unlimited access to telemedicine

4 weeks of vacation

Access to top-tier tools and resources

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience with ReactJS and frontend tools.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and NodeJS integrations.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define development strategies.
• Develop and maintain user interfaces focusing on performance.
• Integrate APIs and ensure smooth frontend-backend interactions.

Skills

ReactJS

Frontend tools and frameworks (e.g., Redux, React Query)

RESTful APIs

NodeJS

AI-assisted development tools

Testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library)

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or relevant field

Job description

Join nesto — proudly named Canadian Rocketship 2025*. A Deloitte Fast 50 company evolving alongside Canada’s top tech innovators and disrupting a 2.1 Trillion-dollar mortgage industry at light speed by building the mortgage ecosystem of the future.

BUILD lending technology with the best developers, AI engineers, and mortgage experts in the country. Work on a modern tech stack and a development framework designed to unlock your full potential and accelerate your career.

• Hypergrowth: Deloitte Fast 50 — 3 years in a row
• Tech community credibility: TechTO Canadian Rocketship 2025*
• Industry leadership: CLA Lending Company of the Year — 4 consecutive years
• Talent magnet: CMP Top Mortgage Employer 2025
• Trusted technology: powering major financial institutions across Canada
• An entrepreneurial culture built on trust, speed, uncomfortable ambition, being stronger together, and a relentless obsession with our clients.

Role and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define development strategies and execute plans aligned with business goals.
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to build high-quality, scalable web applications.
• Develop and maintain user interfaces using ReactJS with a strong focus on performance, security, accessibility, and usability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Integrate APIs and ensure smooth interaction between frontend and backend systems.
• Utilize AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, AI code review or testing tools) to improve productivity, code quality, and problem-solving.
• Participate in code reviews, ongoing work planning, and technical discussions.
• Communicate progress, risks, and technical challenges proactively with Business Analysts and Project Managers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for speed and scalability.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or relevant field.
• 3+ years of professional experience with ReactJS and frontend tools and frameworks (e.g., Redux, React Query, Webpack, Vite, or similar).
• Experience with frontend frameworks/tools and integration with RESTful APIs and NodeJS.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and their use in day‑to‑day development.
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library); TDD is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous learning.

Who are you

Builders. Problem‑solvers. Curious minds. People who move fast, embrace innovation, and believe we’re stronger together.

If you trust your skills and want to build real technology that reshapes an entire industry, join us now.

About nesto and Nesto Cloud

nesto is Canada’s leading provider of mortgage technology and financing solutions, managing $73B+ CAD in residential and commercial mortgages, with 1,000+ team members across 12 offices nationwide. You will be working on Nesto Cloud, Canada’s most advanced cloud platform, delivering end‑to‑end technology solutions for lenders in the digital age.

As the Team Lead, you will lead and manage a team of software developers, ensuring efficient project execution, high‑quality deliverables, and effective collaboration across cross‑functional teams. You will provide mentorship, remove roadblocks, and drive the team's focus on impactful projects while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and employee growth.

The Reward

• A‑Team: Work alongside high‑performing talent in the industry.
• Accelerated Growth: The slope of your learning curve here will be vertical. You will touch more production systems in one year than you would in five years at a bank.
• Top‑Tier Coverage: Premium benefits plan fully paid by nesto, including comprehensive insurance and unlimited access to telemedicine and mental health services for you and your family.
• Rest & Recharge: 4 weeks of vacation to ensure you stay at peak performance.
• Best‑in‑Class Tools: Access to the resources and tech you need to execute without friction.
• Working framework: the environment that makes you productive and enables teamwork.

Diversity & Inclusion

At nesto, we believe that creativity and collaboration are the result of a diverse team. We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and we strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all.