Senior Web Developer

Medium; Canada; Remote; CAD 113,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A communication service provider is seeking an experienced Web Developer to design and maintain high-quality web applications focusing on voice and messaging features. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in web development, especially with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, and understands real-time communication technologies. The position offers competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Strong work-life blend

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Stock Options

Unlimited vacation

Competitive pay and benefits

Parental leave

Wellness credit and L&D credit

Occasional team events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with web app development.
• Deep understanding of web frameworks.
• Experience with real-time communication protocols is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain a high-quality Web application.
• Optimize app performance for voice and messaging functionality.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues for a smooth user experience.

Skills

Web application development

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

React

WebRTC

User experience design

Automated testing frameworks

Job description

Overview

TextNow believes communication belongs to everyone and aims to democratize phone service. We are the largest provider of free phone service in the nation and are just getting started. Join us in breaking down barriers to communication and freeing the flow of conversation for people everywhere.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain a high-quality Web application focused on voice and messaging features (voice calling, chat, real-time notifications, etc.).
• Write clean, maintainable and testable Web applications in JavaScript using the latest programming techniques and frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Work with real-time communication protocols, such as WebRTC, SIP, and related messaging and voice frameworks.
• Optimize app performance to ensure smooth voice and messaging functionality, including audio quality, latency, and bandwidth usage.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues related to performance, crashes, and other bugs, ensuring a smooth and stable user experience.
• Own problems and solutions end-to-end, from ideation to deployment.
• Experimentation is a key part of your workflow; be data-driven and make the right decisions for our customers.
• Deploy your features to millions of users—your work will have an immediate impact.

Who You Are

• A professional Web developer with 5+ years of experience with web app development.
• Experience in JavaScript, HTML and CSS, with a deep understanding of web frameworks (React, Marionette).
• Bonus points for experience with real-time communication protocols and technologies like WebRTC, SIP, or similar.
• Knowledge of desktop notifications and managing network connections for real-time updates.
• Familiarity with modern web development tools, instruments, and the debugging process.
• Understanding of user experience (UX) principles, with the ability to design elegant, simple solutions for complex problems.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (Unit, UI, Integration testing).

Salary range varies by location and experience; ranges mentioned include CAD 113,400 - 162,000; USD 123,900 - 177,000; NYC/CT/NJ/Seattle/LA/San Diego USD 136,380 - 194,700; San Francisco / Bay Area USD 148,700 - 212,400. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, location and on-the-job performance. We’re committed to paying competitively and encourage all qualified candidates to apply even if compensation expectations fall outside the listed ranges.

Benefits, Culture, & More

• Strong work-life blend
• Flexible work arrangements (WFH, remote, or access to office spaces)
• Employee Stock Options
• Unlimited vacation
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Parental leave
• Benefits for physical and mental well-being (wellness credit and L&D credit)
• Occasional team events and company off-sites

Diversity and Inclusion

TextNow is committed to inclusion and offering a service for EVERYONE. We value diversity of thought and believe inclusion leads to higher engagement and better products. We work together to achieve great things, and our differences are what make our product and company strong.

Candidate Policy

By submitting an application to TextNow, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with the TextNow Candidate Policy.