Senior Fullstack Developer

Cloud Imperium Games Montreal; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game development company in Montreal is seeking a Senior Full‑Stack Developer to collaborate with designers and engineers, promote internal products, and take ownership of product improvements. Ideal candidates should have 3 to 5 years of development experience predominantly in front‑end roles, with strong skills in React, Node.js, and good knowledge of security best practices. This full-time role offers the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of development experience with a focus on front‑end.
• Good grasp of security best practices for large-scale projects.
• Experience with tools like ViteJS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers and engineers for robust components.
• Promote core internal products with reliable deliveries.
• Contribute to technical design and product vision.

Skills

Front‑end development skills (React or equivalent)

Node.js

TypeScript

MySQL databases

Docker

Git and code review best practices

Apollo and GraphQL

Third-party APIs (Elasticsearch, Okta)

Job description

Company

Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is a leading video game development company founded in 2012 by Chris Roberts. With over 1,000 employees, CIG focuses on delivering next‑generation AAA games and pioneering technology.

Team

The Live Tools team works on Star Citizen and maintains internal products that improve engineering workflows.

Hex is an administrative tool developed by LIT for system operators and game masters. It communicates with live game services to manage player accounts and systems in real time.

Role Purpose

As a Senior Full‑Stack Developer, you will own the product, work closely with designers and engineers, and promote core internal products.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with designers and engineers to ensure component robustness from the design phase.
• Play a key role in promoting our core internal products, ensuring reliable and consistent deliveries.
• Interact easily and regularly with our users through strong communication skills.
• Contribute your perspective on technical design, UI, and overall product vision as an agile team member.
• Take ownership of the product, constantly seeking improvements with a keen eye for detail.
• Operate as a flexible, autonomous, and versatile developer, thriving on tackling a variety of technical challenges.
• Adapt quickly to a dynamic environment where priorities may shift.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of development experience (75% front‑end / 25% back‑end).
• Strong front‑end development skills (React or equivalent).
• Experience with a UI component library (e.g., Material UI).
• Good knowledge of Apollo and GraphQL.
• 2+ years of experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Solid understanding of MySQL databases.
• Experience with Docker.
• Experience working with third‑party APIs (e.g., Elasticsearch, Okta).
• Proficiency with Git and code review best practices.
• Familiarity with GRPC and Kafka (a plus).
• Experience with tools like ViteJS (a plus).
• Strong understanding of technical constraints and ability to collaborate closely with dev and game teams.
• Good grasp of security best practices for large‑scale projects.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cloud Imperium Games Montreal is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industry

Computer Games