Software Engineer

Blocket AB; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech-forward HRTech startup in Canada seeks a Software Engineer to enhance its innovative hiring platform. The role involves backend and frontend development, real-time systems, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features. With a focus on efficiency, inclusivity, and technology, this position offers significant career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a Software Engineer.
• Strong API and database skills.
• Willingness to receive feedback and improve.

Responsibilities

• Developing backend systems with Node.js and MySQL.
• Creating responsive frontend components with React and Next.js.
• Building real-time functionality using WebSockets.

Skills

API design

Database queries

UI component architecture

Clean coding style

Communication skills

Tools

Node.js

React

MySQL

Next.js

TailwindCSS

WebSockets

Redis

Azure DevOps

Job description

Computers/Info Tech, Electronics/Technical, Technical Support

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Postal Code:

L5N6J3

Employment Type:

Full Time

Posted:

06.23.2025

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Job Description:

About Guhuza
Guhuza is a Canadian HRTech startup transforming how employers and job seekers connect. Our platform integrates AI-powered candidate matching, live video interviews, skills testing, and third-party resume sourcing to simplify and accelerate the hiring process. Now four years in, we’re growing rapidly with a powerful, scalable product designed for real-world hiring challenges.

What You’ll Do
As a Software Engineer at Guhuza, you’ll play a key role in developing and refining the platform’s functionality and user experience. You’ll collaborate with our CTO, designers, and development team to implement high-impact features, improve system performance, and ensure a seamless experience for users on both sides of the hiring process.

Your responsibilities will include:

Designing and maintaining scalable backend systems using Node.js (NestJS) and MySQL.

Creating responsive, accessible frontend components using React, Next.js, TailwindCSS, and shadcn/ui.

Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code across the stack.

Collaborating closely with the CTO and team to develop new features based on product requirements.

Supporting integrations with third-party services such as Twilio, Stripe, eSkills, and resume parsing providers.

Building real-time functionality, including live video interviews, candidate waiting rooms, and notifications, leveraging WebSockets and Redis.

Participating in code reviews and working within our CI/CD pipeline on Azure DevOps.

Bonus Points If You Have

Experience building mobile apps using React Native, Android (Java/Kotlin), or iOS (Swift).

Knowledge of real-time systems or WebSocket communication.

Familiarity with cloud services like Azure, AWS, or GCP.

Exposure to video streaming tools (e.g., Twilio Video) or payment platforms (e.g., Stripe).

Frontend: React, Next.js, TailwindCSS, shadcn/ui

Real-Time & Messaging: WebSockets, Redis

Payments: Stripe

What We’re Looking For

2–5 years of experience as a Software Engineer, preferably with full stack or backend development background.

Strong understanding of API design, database queries, and UI component architecture.

A clean, maintainable coding style and attention to detail.

Openness to feedback and a desire to continuously improve.

Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Why Join Guhuza?

Be part of a company that's making hiring more efficient, inclusive, and tech-driven.

Contribute to a product used by thousands of job seekers and employers across Canada.

Work directly with leadership and product teams—your work will make a visible difference.

Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and technologies across the stack.

Company Info

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division 6645 Kitimat Road, Unit 27
Mississauga, ON, Canada

Phone: [phone]
Web Site: www.TorontoJobs.ca

Company Profile