About the Role
We are looking for a Front End Developer for an innovative new AI initiative. This is a full-time, permanent position starting immediately. You should have +6 years of experience creating modern, accessible web applications. You are passionate about crafting intuitive user experiences that work for everyone. You stay current with front-end trends and have a keen eye for design implementation.
Responsibilities
- Build responsive, accessible user interfaces for an enterprise platform.
- Implement pixel-perfect designs from Figma mockups using React and TypeScript.
- Develop reusable component libraries that prioritize accessibility and maintainability.
- Collaborate with UX designers to refine user flows and interaction patterns.
- Ensure WCAG 2.1 AA compliance across all front-end components.
- Integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs and real-time data services.
- Optimize application performance, including lazy loading, code splitting, and caching strategies.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to front-end architecture decisions.
Requirements
- +6 years of professional experience in front-end development.
- Expert knowledge of React, including hooks, context, and state management (Redux, Zustand, or similar).
- Strong proficiency in TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
- Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
- Experience with CSS-in-JS solutions (Styled Components, Emotion) or Tailwind CSS.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and assistive technologies.
- Experience with front-end testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress).
- Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
- Experience with Git version control and pull request workflows.
- Understanding of RESTful API consumption and async data handling.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Excellent collaboration skills for working with designers and backend developers.
- Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative.
- Strong communication skills for articulating technical concepts.
- Passion for creating inclusive, accessible user experiences.
- Adaptable and eager to learn new tools and technologies.
Skills
- React
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- HTML5
- CSS3
- Responsive Design
- CSS-in-JS
- Tailwind CSS
- WCAG 2.1
- Jest
- React Testing Library
- Cypress
- Figma
- Sketch
- Adobe XD
- Git
- RESTful API
- Next.js
- Framer Motion
- GSAP
- Storybook
- Headless CMS
- PWA
- SEO
Location
- Canada
Work Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Remote
Experience Level
- +6 years
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000–$125,000 per year
Benefits
- Competitive annual vacation program
- Extended statutory holidays
- 10 personal/sick days per year
- “Work Your World” program (work remotely for up to 6 weeks in any country with an office)
- Comprehensive group insurance benefits (medical and dental care, vision care, psychological and paramedical services, disability insurance, fertility support, and gender-affirming care)
- Internal support and guidance program for cancer, fertility, and gender transition.
About the Company
- Saatchi & Saatchi is an advertising agency that believes creativity, data, media, and technology should work together to influence human behavior and drive client success.
- S&S is one of the world's largest agency networks with 114 offices and more than 6000 employees globally.
- The Toronto office works with valued brands including Toyota, Buckley's, and Children's Advil, as well as several under the Mondelez banner (Crispers, Oreo, and Chips Ahoy).
- We’re an award-winning agency in both creativity and effectiveness, focused on converting innovation and great ideas into tangible business results.
Equal Opportunity
- Saatchi is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from all interested parties.
- Accommodations are available, upon request, for all stages of the interview and employment process for those with a disability or medical need during any stage of the recruitment process.
