Software Developer

Summary

Join Wealthsimple's Client Activation team as a Software Developer and be a key player in developing software solutions that enhance client and prospect experiences. You will collaborate with a talented team to design, develop, and implement efficient, scalable, and user-friendly software. Your expertise in front-end technologies and headless CMS will be crucial in creating seamless digital experiences. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to Wealthsimple's mission of helping everyone achieve financial freedom. Wealthsimple provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive remote-first work environment. Be part of a growing fintech company and make a real impact.

Requirements

• Experience with headless CMS(s); particularly with API-driven content delivery, content modelling at scale, collaboration and workflow management
• A strong front-end background; Javascript (Typescript, React, Next.js, Node.js), CSS, HTML, GraphQL (Apollo or similar), testing libraries (Jest or similar), build/bundle tools (Webpack, Vite or similar)
• Understanding of composable architecture and proficiency in building reusable React components with a focus on modularity, scalability and interoperability
• Excellent communication skills, building relationships amongst peers, and effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals
• A growth mindset, embracing curiosity and transparency, while navigating complexity and managing ambiguity

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software and tooling that enables internal stakeholders to quickly ship consistent, on-brand content and experiences
• Build delightful experiences for our users and existing clients, focusing on UX, performance and accessibility
• Deliver high-quality code contributions, always considering maintainability, stability and scalability
• Ensure code quality through comprehensive testing, documentation, and active participation in peer code reviews with considerate feedback
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to define and lead technical features and continually contribute to the vision for future development initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive salary with top-tier health benefits and life insurance
• Retirement savings matching plan using Wealthsimple Work
• 20 vacation days per year and unlimited sick and mental health days
• Up to $1,500 per year towards wellness and professional development budgets respectively
• 90 days away program: Employees can work internationally in eligible countries for up to 90 days per calendar year
• A wide variety of peer and company-led Employee Resource Groups (ie. Rainbow, Women of Wealthsimple, Black @ WS)
• Company-wide wellness days off scheduled throughout the year