Senior Full Stack Developer & Cloud

Toon Boom Animation; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Health & Wellness

PAE Employee Assistance Program

Personal and Sick Days

RRSP Contributions

Work Flexibility

Job summary

Toon Boom is seeking a senior full-stack developer to design, develop, and deliver components of our new Toon Boom cloud platform. You will build serverless backend and robust APIs using TypeScript/Node.js on AWS, modernizing PHP codebase where needed.

You will work hybrid near Montreal with occasional office presence. The role emphasizes security, observability, and adoption of AI tools to boost productivity and code quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of solid full-stack web development experience with architecture and backend focus.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and scalable SaaS on AWS using TypeScript/Node.js.
• Deep knowledge of AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch) and cloud security.
• Solid experience with SQL (Aurora/PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) databases; performance tuning.
• Strong TypeScript/Node.js skills for serverless applications; PHP/Laravel is a plus for modernization.
• Familiarity with observability tools (OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, CloudWatch) and production logging.
• Ability to adopt AI tools (Claude, Copilot) to boost productivity and code quality.
• Understanding of cybersecurity (secrets management, authz/authn, OWASP) and site reliability.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop serverless backends and robust RESTful APIs on AWS.
• Modernize existing PHP codebase to TypeScript and serverless architecture.
• Implement observability and logging for production visibility and issue detection.
• Collaborate with team lead to deliver a scalable, secure cloud platform.
• Share best practices and leverage AI coding tools to boost productivity.

Skills

Full-stack

TypeScript

Node.js

REST APIs

AWS

Security

AI tooling

Tools

OpenTelemetry

Prometheus

CloudWatch

GitHub Copilot

Claude AI

DynamoDB

Lambda

API Gateway

Laravel

Job description

Join Toon Boom – Where Creativity and Technology Meet!

For over 30 years, Toon Boom has been the global leader in 2D animation software, trusted by top studios like Disney, Fox, and Netflix. With innovation at our core, we empower creatives worldwide to bring their stories to life.

Please note that our office is located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and we are seeking candidates located near our Montreal office to support a hybrid work environment. Office presence may be required from time to time.

What you'll do

You will be a senior full stack developer responsible for designing, developing, and delivering critical components of our new Toon Boom cloud platform. You will work closely with the team lead and peers to build a scalable, secure serverless infrastructure. Your technical expertise, autonomy, and attention to detail will be essential for delivering a world-class SaaS platform.

In this role, you will:

• Design and develop serverless backend components and robust APIs with TypeScript, following best practices in architecture and security.
• Implement and optimize AWS serverless architecture (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch) to ensure performance, scalability, and security.
• Contribute to the progressive modernization of our existing PHP codebase to TypeScript and serverless architecture.
• Implement robust observability with OpenTelemetry, monitoring, and logging to ensure visibility and rapid detection of production issues.
• Master and adopt AI tools and coding engines (Claude, GitHub Copilot) to improve your productivity and share best practices with the team.

What you'll need

• You have at least 5 years of solid full-stack web development experience, with demonstrated expertise in architecture and backend application development.
• You have solid hands-on experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and scalable SaaS applications on AWS using TypeScript/Node.js.
• You have deep expertise in key AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch) and understand cloud security principles and best practices.
• You have solid experience with SQL (Aurora, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) databases, including query optimization and caching strategies.
• You master TypeScript and Node.js with solid hands-on experience building serverless applications (AWS Lambda, API Gateway, events). PHP/Laravel knowledge is a plus for modernization.
• You have solid knowledge of modern observability tools (OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, CloudWatch, structured logging) and appreciate code visibility in production.
• You are enthusiastic and able to quickly adopt AI tools and coding engines (Claude, GitHub Copilot) to boost productivity and code quality.
• You have solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, including secrets management, authentication/authorization, and OWASP principles for web applications.
• You are capable of contributing to 24/7 production system stability and reliability, understanding the importance of resilience for mission-critical systems.
• You have solid understanding of serverless architecture (Lambda, API Gateway, event-driven) and best practices for designing maintainable, performant REST APIs.
• You are autonomous, proactive, and collaborate effectively with peers and the team lead. You have strong communication skills and enjoy sharing knowledge with your team.

What we offer

At Toon Boom, we prioritize work-life balance and comprehensive benefits for our team. Here’s what you can expect:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 14 statutory holidays, a holiday break between Christmas and New Year, and start with 3 weeks of vacation per year.
• Health & Wellness: Enjoy group insurance from Day 1, including virtual healthcare services, plus a $2,500 annual allowance for mental health support.
• Support Through Life’s Challenges: Our Employee Assistance Program (PAE) is here to support you through life’s ups and downs.
• Personal and Sick Days: Take care of yourself with 10 personal and sick days per year.
• RRSP Contributions: Secure your financial future with our competitive RRSP plan. We offer an employer match of up to 6% after 90 days of employment.
• Work Flexibility: Benefit from a hybrid work model with flexible hours that fit your lifestyle.

What to expect during the recruitment process

At Toon Boom, we believe in a transparent and respectful experience. Here’s what to expect:

• HR Interview: If there’s alignment, we’ll schedule a video call to discuss your background and answer your questions.
• Meet the Team: Next, you’ll meet your manager and key team members to learn more about the team.
• Accessible and Inclusive: We are committed to a fair and inclusive process. Let us know if you need any accommodations.

At Toon Boom, we embrace diversity in its fullest form. Our commitment is to create a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work. We believe in the strength and innovation that come from diverse experiences and perspectives.