Remote Software Developer

Description:

• Knak is a mission-driven company focused on empowering creativity through its enterprise email and landing page creation platform.
• The company aims to provide a powerful yet easy-to-use platform for marketers, enhancing their efficiency and improving campaign conversion rates.
• The engineering team at Knak builds innovative software for top companies, fostering a transparent and collaborative culture that emphasizes continuous learning.
• The Intermediate Full Stack Developer will develop user-friendly, high-performance web applications using various full stack web technologies.
• Responsibilities include developing and optimizing RESTful API endpoints using Laravel, collaborating with product managers and designers to create responsive user interfaces with Vue.js, and implementing software solutions across the technology stack.
• The role also involves applying best practices for database management, leveraging AWS services for application deployment, participating in code reviews, and working with cross-functional teams to meet business and technical objectives.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience is required.
• Candidates must have 3+ years of software development experience, particularly in building and maintaining SaaS-based web applications.
• Experience in developing RESTful APIs, including authentication, validation, and error handling is essential.
• A solid understanding of JavaScript frameworks such as VueJS, React, or Angular is required, along with knowledge of their ecosystem and deployment patterns.
• Familiarity with TDD and automated testing frameworks such as Jest, Playwright, and PHPUnit is necessary.
• Candidates should have a keen eye for observability, monitoring, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with common SaaS architecture concepts, such as continuous deployments and multi-tenant architectures, is preferred.
• Experience with PHP and the Laravel framework is ideal, along with a background in SaaS software development practices.

Benefits:

• Knak offers a rewarding work environment recognized as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work in 2024.
• Employees receive competitive salaries and equity in the company.
• The company provides great benefits, including paid vacation and Life leave days.
• Team lunches and off-site events are organized to foster a strong company culture.
• Knak is committed to the career growth of its employees, ensuring they have opportunities for professional development.