Software Developer

Carekw; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech startup in Kitchener, Ontario is seeking an experienced Software Developer to contribute to their digital platform. You will build and maintain applications using TypeScript and React, implement authentication, develop responsive UIs, and write automated tests. The ideal candidate has a degree in Computer Science, 5+ years of experience, and is passionate about creating high-quality products. Join a team that values innovation and supports career growth, all in an on-site work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Long-term growth potential

Support for continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of development experience working on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a Next.js + TypeScript application.
• Implement authentication using NextAuth with Supabase.
• Develop responsive, accessible UI using TailwindCSS.
• Manage forms with React Hook Form and Zod.
• Write and execute automated tests using Playwright.
• Deploy, manage, and maintain applications in a VPS environment.

Skills

TypeScript

React

Next.js

Supabase

TailwindCSS

React Hook Form

Zod

Git

Linux CLI

Education

Degree in Computer Science

5+ years of development experience

Tools

Playwright

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Opportunity with a growing tech startup

We are seeking an experienced Software Developer to contribute to the design, development, and delivery of a modern, scalable digital platform. The ideal candidate is passionate about building high-quality products, solving complex problems, and working with a modern tech stack.

Location: Kitchener, Ontario

Work Arrangement: On-site only (no remote or hybrid options)

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a Next.js + TypeScript application integrated with Supabase
• Implement authentication using NextAuth with the Supabase adapter
• Develop responsive, accessible UI using shadcn/ui and TailwindCSS
• Manage forms with React Hook Form and Zod
• Write and execute automated tests using Playwright
• Deploy, manage, and maintain applications in a VPS environment

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with TypeScript and React/Next.js
• Practical experience with Supabase (authentication, database, storage)
• Familiarity with NextAuth (Supabase adapter preferred)
• Proficiency with TailwindCSS
• Experience using React Hook Form + Zod
• Solid understanding of Git/GitHub workflows
• Comfort using Linux CLI for server-related tasks

Nice to Have

• Experience with Playwright or similar testing frameworks
• Knowledge of Docker
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelinesBasic SQL/Postgres knowledge
• Strong eye for UI/UX design and accessibility

Education & Background

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of development experience working on complex projects

Why Join Us?

• Influence the platform’s technical direction from the ground up
• Help shape the roadmap, workflows, and engineering culture
• Build and scale using modern technologies
• Competitive compensation and long-term growth potential
• Support for continuous learning and development

Startup environment