Software Developer II

Warner Bros Discovery; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Ottawa is seeking a Software Developer II to build scalable frontend systems in TypeScript. You will work on customer-facing features across various streaming apps. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in frontend applications and strong collaboration skills. This position offers opportunities for innovation and technical growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience building customer-facing frontend applications.
• Strong hands-on experience with modern frameworks like React or SolidJS.
• Experience working with backend APIs (REST / GraphQL).

Responsibilities

• Develop authentication experiences used by millions.
• Build new features for a modular, scalable frontend SDK.
• Monitor production metrics and user feedback to improve quality.

Skills

TypeScript

React

Frontend development

Cross-functional teamwork

Git

Job description

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the bringing our characters to life, the bringing them to your living rooms and the creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

At HBO Max, storytelling takes center stage. We’re one of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands — home to bold originals and unforgettable characters. While audiences binge award-winning content, breaking news, and sports around the clock, our teams stay busy at work creating what’s next in streaming. From Succession, Euphoria, and The Sopranos to global franchises like Game of Thrones and Harry Potter, our content sparks conversation and shapes culture.

HBO Max delivers boundary-pushing stories across genres and platforms, connecting millions of viewers across 90 countries globally— and we’re just getting started. We're home to the most talked about shows and movies, granting audiences access to the worlds of HBO, Harry Potter, DC, Warner Bros., ID, Adult Swim, A24, and more. Turn your streaming obsession into a career— we’re hiring!

At Warner Bros. Discovery, we’re building the future of streaming — and the tools that power it.

Join us and do career-defining work on platforms operating at scale across 90+ countries, with support for every screen from web to connected TVs.

The Role

We’re looking for a skilled and curious Software Developer II with a passion for building scalable, modern frontend systems in TypeScript. You’ll join the SDKs team within the Identity & Authentication organization — building core account and login capabilities used across our streaming apps.

In this role, you’ll work on customer-facing features, collaborate closely with backend teams, and contribute to a shared TypeScript platform designed for reusability and performance. You’ll bring an engineering mindset to your work, think in systems, and care deeply about how your code performs in the real world.

What You’ll Do

• Develop authentication and account-related experiences used by millions on platforms like HBO Max, Discovery+, and more.
• Build new features and extend a modular, scalable frontend SDK in TypeScript — used across web, mobile, and connected TV apps.
• Work closely with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to create delightful, secure, and responsive experiences.
• Champion operational excellence — monitor production metrics, debug logs, and user feedback to continuously improve quality.
• Participate in code reviews, design sessions, and technical deep-dives — sharing knowledge and learning from others.
• Use AI-powered tools to enhance development efficiency, from smart code generation to automated testing.
• Write testable, maintainable code with performance and accessibility in mind.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience building and shipping customer-facing frontend applications.
• Strong hands-on experience with TypeScript and modern frameworks like React, SolidJS, or Web Components.
• A track record of working in cross-functional teams to deliver quality features.
• Comfortable in building scalable, testable frontend systems and platforms.
• Experience in working with backend APIs (REST / GraphQL) and understanding the full user journey.
• Familiar with Git, CI / CD pipelines, and release processes.
• Bonus: Experience with connected TV development or building SDKs.
• Bonus: Familiarity with vibe coding; initiatives with AI.

Why Join Us

• Work on large-scale software used globally across 90+ countries and dozens of brands.
• Be part of a team where developer experience matters — we invest in tools, quality, and internal enablement.
• Learn and grow in an environment that values technical excellence, collaboration, and customer obsession.
• Embrace modern AI tools that help you ship better, faster, and with more creativity.
• Contribute to products that bring joy, information, and storytelling to millions of people daily.

How We Work

• Think big and act boldly.
• Embrace curiosity and growth.
• Focus on the customer experience.
• Make things better every day.

We value inclusion, respect, and purpose-driven collaboration — and we’re building a diverse team where everyone belongs.

If this sounds like your next chapter, we’d love to meet you.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We employ a diverse workforce in compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity, affirmative action, veteran and disabled employee, and other means of employment and/or hiring.