Job Description

Intermediate Front-end Web/Mobile Application Developer

Salaried full-time Front-end Web/Mobile Application Developer position reporting directly to the Developer Manager.

Are you an authentically curious, energetic technologist looking to apply and grow your skills in a supportive, development-focused environment? Then, this is an opportunity for you.

Storefront is a tight knit team of veteran programmers who have been developing industry-leading applications and infrastructure for the retail imaging and print-on-demand sectors for over 20 years. The company has long-term clients and enjoys a solid reputation in the field as an innovator. Most employees have been with the company for well over a decade.

With its market maturity and innovatory spirit, Storefront combines the stability of an established company with the technological inventiveness of a start-up. The company is bureaucratically lean, which puts a premium on self-management. Successful applicants will be thoughtful, creative, and possess first-rate problem-solving skills. The knowledge and experience of its development team, at the same time, makes Storefront an excellent learning environment.

To contribute to several existing and upcoming web projects, we are looking for a front-end web and mobile application developer.

Required technical skills:

• Strong front-end skills, particularly in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and responsive design.
• Experience with continuous-integration testing methodology, version control, and unit test development
• Experience with a backend technology (Node.JS, Python, Ruby, Java or .Net)
• Familiarity with frontend frameworks (Vue.js, React, or Angular)

Nice to haves

• Knowledge of backend development (PHP)
• Relational or object database
• Event-based architecture (MQTT, Rabbit, Solace, Mosquitto)

Professional experience:

• 2+ years' experience in a directly related position
• Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent
• Proven verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

About Storefront

Storefront is a 25-person, Vancouver-based company with offices conveniently located in the Station Building, on West Cordova at the foot of Seymour Street. Most staff have been working remotely since the beginning of the pandemic, although several are now dividing their workweek between home and office. The work arrangements for the present position are open to discussion. Storefront is a collegial workplace, which, on account of the longstanding personal relationships amongst its employees, is socially informal. The company reflects and welcomes diversity and encourages anyone with the requisite skills to apply. Salaries compare favourably across the industry and the company offers extended healthcare and dental benefits.

This is a great chance to join an established organisation entering a new phase of growth. We look forward to welcoming a new valued member to the Storefront team.

How to apply:

Send an email to development-careers@storefront.com with your cover letter and resume.

This is a full-time, long-term position. No consultants or agencies will be considered.