Software Engineer (All Levels)

Leadership Connect; Quebec; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadership Connect is seeking a full-stack software engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation applications. The role involves utilizing modern web frameworks and collaboration within an agile team to design and optimize responsive applications. Join us in fostering relationships that impact decisions within government, business, and media while enjoying a supportive work environment with benefits including unlimited PTO.

Benefits

Awesome Extended Health Care Plan

Dental Care

Life & Disability insurance

Health spending accounts

Unlimited PTO

12 Paid Holidays

$3,000 Employee Referral Program

Employer contribution to VRSP

Rewards and recognition programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years (senior) OR 2+ years (mid-level) experience in software development.
• Strong understanding of CSS layout methodologies.
• Knowledge of API design and development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop information distribution applications.
• Participate in sprint planning and development processes.
• Optimize web applications for speed and scalability.

Skills

TypeScript

HTML5

CSS3

ReactJS

Next.js

Agile principles

Web accessibility (WCAG)

Git

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Tailwind CSS

Job description

Who are we?

At Leadership Connect, we believe that relationships are everything in business and in life. Founded by two former CEOs of S&P 500 companies and a former presidential press secretary, our premier information service is built for developing relationships that impact decisions in government, business, and media. Utilizing deep research expertise and cutting-edge technology, we help our clients win business and influence policy across various specialties and verticals. We are a close-knit team dedicated to helping each of our users make a difference.

Leadership Connect Canada (LCC), a subsidiary of Leadership Connect Inc. is our Canadian entity operating in the Quebec province.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced full-stack software engineer to provide a major contribution to the development of our next-generation applications. As part of an experienced agile team, you will be responsible for the design and development of key products and applications using modern responsive web and mobile frameworks and powerful graph databases. You will actively collaborate with business stakeholders to anticipate emergent needs and support business agility. This is a tremendous opportunity to build, from the ground up, a leading-edge solution using the latest responsive web frameworks.

Core Functions of the Role:

• Design anddevelop leading-edge information distribution applications using the latest and emergingopen-source technologies.
• Support full stack development by applying Agile principles, including participating in sprint planning, design sessions, development, testing and deployment.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs, translating them into semantic, accessible, and performant HTML structures using modern CSS layout techniques.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability across various devices and browsers, adhering to web accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).
• Interact with a diverse, cohesive team toprovide high-quality client delivery.
• Demonstrate flexibility and attention to detail, working in a collaborative team environment using emerging technologies and modern software development practices.

About You:

• 6+ years (senior) OR 2+ years (mid-level) experience as a software developer building web-based products.
• A degree in Computer Science or related fields with emphasis on a complete understanding of Computer Science fundamentals.
• Experience writing clean, maintainable, and type-safe code using TypeScript in conjunction with modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, browser rendering processes, and web performance optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in modern CSS layout methodologies (e.g., Flexbox, Grid) and experience with utility-first CSS frameworks, particularly Tailwind CSS, is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and experience building accessible user interfaces.
• Experience building scalable client applications with Next.js 14+, particularly utilizing the App Router. A solid understanding and experience with ReactJS principles are required.
• Knowledge of API design and development, including HTTP and REST principles (preferred)
• Experience with Git or other source control software
• Familiarity with Docker or other container-based systems (preferred)

$80,000 - $110,000 a year

To attract and engage high-level professionals, it is crucial to showcase our expertise, experience, and commitment to fostering valuable connections. We understand the importance of transparency when it comes to salary matters. Our research and analysis of the Quebec market serve as the foundation for determining appropriate salary ranges. However, we also recognize that factors like location, experience, skills alignment, and other compensation considerations may influence these ranges. At Leadership Connect, we place a strong emphasis on open communication and adaptability to ensure fair and competitive compensation. We invite talented individuals to join our team and help us create a workforce that is motivated and empowered to achieve new levels of success.

What Is It Like to Work Here?

We foster an environment that encourages all our team members to excel by offering competitive compensation for top talent. We believe in creating a friendly and enjoyable workplace, with regular team-building events, happy hours, and more. Transparency is key within our company, and we hold monthly town halls led by our CEO to address questions regarding business plans, product direction, and company goals. In addition, we provide flexible PTO policies to ensure you can enjoy your time outside the office and focus on your personal life.

Are you ready to join our dynamic team and build meaningful relationships that make a difference? Apply today!

Benefits/Rewards:

Awesome Extended Health Care Plan

Dental Care

Life & Disability insurance

Health spending accounts

Unlimited PTO!

12 Paid Holidays

$3,000 Employee Referral Program

Employer contribution to VRSP

Rewards and recognition programs

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we still want to hear from you!

Leadership Connect is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Leadership Connect we focus on evaluation based on key competencies needed for success in the position. We look forward to receiving your application!

Leadership Connect is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.