Full-Stack Developer

Applytojobs; Toronto; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberGuard Advantage is seeking a Full-Stack Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable web applications in our AWS-hosted environment. You will own features end-to-end, translate business requirements into code, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, performant online experiences.

The role requires hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Express.js, and MongoDB, plus strong UI/UX focus and ability to mentor team members in a remote, Agile setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional full-stack web development experience.
• Front-end: React, TypeScript; strong knowledge of component lifecycle, state management (Redux, Context API), and responsive UI development.
• Back-end: Node.js (Express or similar); RESTful design; GraphQL is a plus.
• Database: MongoDB; schema design, indexing, aggregation pipelines, performance optimization.
• Experience with full SDLC independently: requirements through design, build, test, release, and production support.
• Proven ability to build secure, scalable web interfaces and services in production.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Build responsive front-end interfaces using React with a modern design system.
• Develop and maintain back-end services and APIs using Node.js for performance and reliability.
• Own features end-to-end from ideation to production support.
• Design MongoDB schemas, queries, and aggregation pipelines aligned to data models.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into production-ready code.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Redux

Context API

Node.js

Express

RESTful API

GraphQL

MongoDB

Schema design

Indexing

Performance optimization

SDLC

Security

Communication

Tools

AWS

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

EC2

ECS/Fargate

Job description

Location: Remote (US or Canada)

Own the Function. Drive Pipeline. Enable Growth.

CyberGuard Advantage is a fast-growing cybersecurity and compliance services firm trusted by organizations that demand deep technical expertise, rigorous methodologies, and measurable outcomes. We help clients reduce risk, strengthen their security posture, and navigate complex compliance requirements across frameworks including SOC, ISO, PCI, and HITRUST.

The Full-Stack Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable web applications within our AWS-hosted environment. Operating across the full software development lifecycle, from concept and architecture through design, development, QA, release, and production support. This role combines deep technical expertise with a strong user-centric mindset. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Express.js, and MongoDB, and is comfortable working closely with end-users and internal stakeholders to translate business requirements into polished, secure, and performant online experiences.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position will directly supervise and mentor members within the department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY

Application Development & Delivery

• Build responsive, accessible front-end interfaces using React, following modern component architecture and design system standards.
• Develop and maintain back-end services and APIs using Node.js, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Own features end-to-end: from ideation and design through development, QA, release, and ongoing production support.
• Design and implement MongoDB schemas, queries, and aggregation pipelines aligned to application data models.
• Translate business requirements into production-ready code through close collaboration with stakeholders.

Quality, Testing & Continuous Improvement

• Write and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, and end-to-end) to ensure reliability across releases.
• Participate in and conduct code reviews, upholding team standards for quality, security, and maintainability.
• Capture and iterate based on feedback from end-users and internal stakeholders, incorporating input into successive production releases.
• Proactively identify technical debt, propose improvements, and drive adoption of better tooling, patterns, or practices.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with delivery, sales, and finance teams to deliver solutions that meet functional and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate technical trade-offs and architectural decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives in an Agile/Scrum delivery model.
• Support onboarding and knowledge transfer for new team members and cross-functional collaborators.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice, as allowed by law.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION:

• 2+ years of professional experience in full-stack web application development.
• Front-end proficiency: React, TypeScript; strong understanding of component lifecycle, state management (Redux, Context API), and responsive UI development.
• Back-end proficiency: Node.js (Express or similar); RESTful API design; familiarity with GraphQL is an asset.
• Database expertise: MongoDB; schema design, indexing, aggregation pipelines, and performance optimization.
• Experience managing the full SDLC independently: from requirements through design, build, test, release, and production support.
• Demonstrated ability to build secure, scalable web interfaces and services in a production environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Familiarity with AI developer tooling and an ability to leverage it effectively in daily workflows (e.g. Cursor, Copilot, Claude, etc).
• Experience with hosting Web Applications within AWS (e.g., EC2, ECS/Fargate, Lambda, S3, CloudFront, RDS, API Gateway).
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline configuration and maintenance (e.g., GitHub Actions, CodePipeline, or equivalent).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional virtual remote work environment. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to stand and sit for prolonged periods. Specific vision abilities required include close and medium distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to hear normal sounds, distinguish sound as voice and communicate through human speech. This position requires the ability to routinely operate a keyboard, computer mouse, telephone, fax, scanner, copier, writing tools, scissors, and other standard office equipment. On an occasion, an employee will be asked to lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.