Front-End Developer

nesto; 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 a team of developers. The role involves building innovative technology solutions that reshape the industry. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, extensive experience with ReactJS, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. The company promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion and offers premium benefits and extensive opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance

Unlimited access to telemedicine

4 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software developers to ensure project efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on development strategies aligned with business goals.
• Develop user interfaces using ReactJS with a focus on performance and usability.

Skills

ReactJS

Frontend frameworks

Problem-solving

Communication skills

AI-assisted development tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or relevant field

Tools

Jest

NodeJS

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.

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.

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.

The Reward

The 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.

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