Frontend Software Engineer Canada

Proof; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing legal tech startup is seeking a Frontend Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely while contributing to the development of a leading platform used by law firms in the U.S. Candidates should have strong expertise in React and TypeScript, along with a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Remote working setup

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of frontend development experience.
• Strong expertise in React and TypeScript.
• Familiarity with performance optimization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user-facing components for the Proof platform.
• Implement user-friendly interfaces with modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance UI features.

Skills

Frontend development

React

TypeScript

Debugging

Collaboration

Tools

Redux

Webpack

Jest

Cypress

Job description

Proof is a fast-growing startup at the forefront of legal technology, offering a best-in-class platform trusted by thousands of law firms across the U.S. Our platform is growing rapidly, with a 10% month-over-month growth, and we are seeking a skilled and motivated Frontend Engineer to join our talented engineering team as we scale and expand.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the team to design, develop, and maintain user-facing components of the Proof platform, ensuring a seamless and responsive user experience.
• Implement modern, user-friendly interfaces using React and TypeScript, meeting high standards of performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Product and Design, to translate requirements into polished, functional UI features.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability, focusing on a delightful user experience.
• Identify and resolve UI performance bottlenecks and bugs, ensuring reliability and security.
• Uphold best practices in code quality by participating in code reviews, writing maintainable code, and ensuring thorough test coverage.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and trends, proactively suggesting and implementing improvements.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of frontend development experience, with a strong focus on building responsive and accessible web applications.
• Proven expertise in React and TypeScript, with experience in state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand) and hooks.
• Familiarity with backend concepts, API integration, and RESTful services (GraphQL experience is a bonus).
• Solid understanding of web performance optimization, including familiarity with browser rendering behavior and debugging tools.
• Experience with modern testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of frontend build systems (e.g., Webpack, Vite) and package managers (e.g., npm, Yarn).
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in remote, agile team environments.
• A proactive, self-driven mindset with a passion for delivering excellent user experiences.
  
  

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience adapting business workflows and UI features influenced by AI/ML models to better support business operations and customer success.
• Mobile experience, especially with React Native.
• Familiarity with data visualization and insights-driven interfaces.
  
  

What We Offer:

• Full-time, salaried position
• Fully remote role, based in Canada
• Flexible time off and holidays to support work-life balance
• Company-provided equipment and tools
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, dental, life, and long-term disability.