Staff Software Engineer - Web Platform (Frontend)

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design. As a Staff Frontend Engineer, you'll operate at the subgroup level, working across initiatives that span 3–4 platform teams, helping shape the direction of Canva’s web platform.

Requirements

• Deep experience with core web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, MobX or similar) and backend stacks (Node.js, Java), with a track record of delivering high-quality solutions across the stack.
• A strong grasp of build systems and performance tooling – from bundling and minification to web vitals – and the ability to architect for scale and speed.
• A history of leading end-to-end technical initiatives, influencing not just how features are built, but what gets built and why.
• Proven ability to drive clarity in high-ambiguity spaces, tackling complex or undefined technical problems and aligning multiple teams toward a shared direction.
• Experience operating in large-scale environments – managing cross-functional collaboration, influencing technical roadmaps, and aligning with stakeholders across the org.
• A habit of initiating and scaling cross-team efforts, especially in hybrid product-platform spaces where coordination and strategic thinking are critical.
• A mindset that balances long-term architectural thinking with hands-on execution, including mentoring others through design reviews, spikes, and implementation guidance.
• Practical experience creating and advocating for performance observability systems, embedding performance goals into the developer workflow.
• The ability to translate performance metrics into real user impact – not just what the numbers say, but what they mean for experience and product outcomes.
• A drive to contribute to company-wide goals, particularly in spaces with broad customer impact – such as improving the help experience for millions of users.

Benefits

• Equity packages
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

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