Manager Software Engineering - React, Node, .Net, Azure

StickerYou, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in Toronto is seeking a Manager of Software Development to lead a team of developers and drive technological changes. The ideal candidate will possess 8+ years in software development and 3+ years in leadership. This role requires expertise in .NET Core and Azure, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with excellent opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Fast-changing environment with learning opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Infectious positive energy at the workplace

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience including mentoring resources.
• Experience architecting systems for scale in a SaaS environment.

Responsibilities

• Research and guide the implementation of new technologies.
• Participate actively in project life cycle and code reviews.
• Establish strategic visions for the team.

Skills

Expert knowledge of .NET Core

REST

Git

CI/CD patterns

JavaScript Frameworks (React, Next.JS, Fabric JS, Node.JS)

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Azure technology stack

MS SQL Server

Job description

Overview

StickerYou is a leading global e-commerce company for custom die-cut products such as stickers, labels, decals, temporary tattoos, and more. Our proprietary platform infuses automation technology and creativity to empower anyone to make the best custom products in any size, shape, and quantity. Business and consumers can make their marketing, packaging, décor, or personal expression professional grade. We believe in the enormous power of customization. We are a smart, creative, and passionate group dedicated to growing the most talented and engaging people in Toronto, Canada. We proudly make custom products locally for the global market using software and advanced digital manufacturing. We make what matters stick!

The Role

For our newly created Manager of Software Development position the ideal candidate will be the \"player-coach\" type of leader who can help us accelerate change and move the platform that drives our business forward using new technologies and approaches. Coming with experience as a senior or lead developer, this person will bring a balance of development, architectural experience and leadership ability and identify the problems and help lead our small team of seasoned (mostly full-stack) developers through the changes we need to make to our applications and the tech stack they are built on so they continue to support business growth technically and functionally. Our projects cover a wide range of functionality from our custom design tools to e-commerce, order management and production related systems that will provide lots of variety and challenge for this individual

Primary responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and guide the implementation of new technologies and methodologies that solve business and technical challenges
• Participate actively in the entire project life cycle, including architectural design, implementation, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Conduct code reviews
• Establish short- and medium-term strategic visions for the team. Stay current with trends, techniques, technology and other factors impacting the business
• Manage assignment of resources to projects across multiple product lines
• Participate in regular reviews of customer support issues requiring development team assistance

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a related field
• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• 3+ years of leadership experience including mentoring experienced resources
• Expert knowledge of our tech stack including:.NET Core, REST, Databases, Git, Azure technology stack, CI/CD patterns, JavaScript Frameworks (React, Next.JS, Fabric JS, Node.JS)
• Experience architecting systems for scale in a SaaS environment
• Experience developing scalable service-oriented architectures.
• In-depth knowledge of design patterns, architecture styles, and development methodologies
• Experience in cloud-based designs, specifically Azure
• Familiarity with cloud-based CI/CD specifically Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of relational database management systems (MS SQL Server)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Prototyping and creation of proof-of-concepts
• Experience designing high-traffic RESTful API and microservices
• Knowledge and experience in architecture modernization
• Experience with database design and development
• Knowledge of networking concepts, principles, and technologies
• Proven track record delivering large scale, cross-functional projects on time and in a high-quality manner
• Solid understanding of business processes and concepts associated with distributed order management solutions
• Strong communication skills. This position requires the candidate to be able to communicate seamlessly and precisely, verbally and in writing, with technical teams, product owners, clients as well as senior business leadership
• Ability to prioritize work (yours and others), multi-task, and remain detail-oriented

Key Competencies

• Collaborative approach to leadership and softwaredevelopment that encourages new ideas
• Relationship Building and a consistent record of building deep technical relationships.
• Experience setting expectations with staff and other internal/external partners.
• Problem-Solving. The ability to trace application, deployment or build failures and resolve technical issues with minimal direction.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal with engineers and non-engineers alike.

Bonus Experience

• AI experience - StickerYou is considering AI for backend logistics as well as image processing
• Experience in system implementation is an asset as is knowledge of implementation methodologies.

Why StickerYou?

A high-growth company; Strong leadership team; Company-wide positive energy that’s infectious - people enjoy coming to work!; Fast-changing environment with ample learning and growth opportunities; Growing a global Canadian brand that takes pride in manufacturing our products here; Strong corporate vision to make small companies “Better”; Serve a large variety of small and medium sized businesses in many segments; Use cutting edge e-commerce and digital print customization technology

Diversity & Inclusion

StickerYou is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. If you require accommodation for the recruitment or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.