Senior Full-Stack Developer B2B eCommerce

NFI Group Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bus manufacturer is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer to enhance its B2B e-commerce platform. This role involves developing both backend and frontend features, optimizing performance, and integrating third-party services. The ideal candidate has strong PHP (Symfony) and PostgreSQL experience, along with a solid understanding of modern web technologies. Join a team that's leading the electrification of mass mobility, offering competitive wages and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package

Paid holidays and vacation

Registered pension plan with generous company match

On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment

Advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience building and supporting full-stack web applications.
• Hands-on experience with ORO Commerce or comparable B2B commerce platform.
• Solid working knowledge of PostgreSQL and relational database design.
• Proficiency with modern frontend technologies, including HTML and JavaScript.
• Experience using Docker or similar container technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support a large-scale B2B e-commerce application.
• Build and maintain backend functionality using PHP and Symfony.
• Develop and support frontend features using JavaScript, HTML, CSS.
• Implement and optimize Elasticsearch for search and indexing.
• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

PHP (Symfony)

PostgreSQL

HTML

JavaScript (ES6)

CSS/SCSS

Docker

Elasticsearch

Linux

Tools

Apache

Nginx

RabbitMQ

ActiveMQ

Job description

Senior Full-Stack Developer

NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer®(heavy-duty transit buses), MCI®(motor coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double-deck buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC®(low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world. Further information is available at www.nfigroup.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Full Stack Developer plays a key role in building, supporting, and continuously improving the ORO B2B e-commerce platform—a mission-critical system that enables high-value business transactions at scale. This role is well-suited for an experienced developer who enjoys working across the full technology stack, including backend services, frontend experiences, and system integrations, within a complex, high-traffic environment.

You will help evolve a modern B2B commerce ecosystem that integrates with core enterprise and third-party platforms such as Avalara, UPS, CyberSource, Google Analytics, and Oracle EBS, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.

WHY JOIN US

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Registered pension plan with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design, develop, and support a large-scaleB2B e-commerce application built on the ORO platform.
• Build andmaintainbackend functionality usingPHP (8.x+), Symfony,object orienteddesign principles, and PostgreSQL.
• Develop and support frontend features usingHTML, JavaScript (ES6), CSS/SCSS, Ajax, and JSON.
• Implement,maintain, andoptimizethirdpartyand enterprise integrations, including:
• Avalara for tax calculation.
• UPS for shipping and logistics.
• CyberSource for payment processing.
• Google Analytics for tracking and insights.
• Oracle EBS for ERP and order lifecycle integration.
• Design and support asynchronous processing and system integrations using message queue technologies (e.g., RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, or similar).
• Configure and support application and web infrastructure, including Apache, Nginx, Redis, and Elasticsearch.
• Implement and optimize Elasticsearch to support fast, relevant search and indexing within the commerce platform.
• Work in Linux-based environments, leveraging shell scripting and command-line tools for debugging, automation, and operational support.
• Use containerization and virtualization tools (Docker, Vagrant, WSL) to support consistent development and deployment workflows.
• Monitor application performance and scalability, identifying and resolving issues related to traffic volume, concurrency, and data flow.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement durable fixes.
• Collaborate closely with business analysts, QA, operations, and other developers to deliver enhancements and continuous improvements.
• Contribute to architectural discussions, development standards, documentation, and best practices.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Strong experience building and supporting full-stack web applications using PHP (Symfony) in production environments
• Hands-on experience with ORO Commerce or a comparable enterprise-grade B2B commerce platform
• Proven ability to support integrated, high-traffic e-commerce systems, with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Solid working knowledge of PostgreSQL and relational database design
• Experience implementing and supporting Elasticsearch and message queue technologies (e.g., RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ)
• Proficiency with modern frontend technologies, including HTML, JavaScript (ES6), CSS/SCSS, Ajax, and JSON
• Strong working knowledge of Linux environments, including shell scripting and command-line tools
• Experience using Docker or similar container technologies
• Demonstrated experience integrating with third-party and enterprise systems such as Avalara, UPS, CyberSource, Google Analytics, or Oracle EBS
• Familiarity with B2B commerce concepts (pricing rules, customer hierarchies, order workflows); exposure to Node.js for build tooling or frontend workflows is an asset

OUR WHY

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.