Principal Frontend Engineer - Client Platform - Remote

Overview

Join the team powering the foundation of Canva’s world-class user experience.

In Short

• Lead the technical direction for video technology at Canva.
• Architect scalable, high-performance rendering systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to establish technical standards.
• Define a technical vision for maintainable architecture.
• Mentor engineers on architecture-related projects.
• Deep expertise in React, TypeScript, and MobX required.
• Experience in building sustainable, scalable architectures.
• Strong technical leadership skills needed.
• Engagement with the broader technical community is a plus.
• Opportunity to influence a complex frontend application.

Requirements

• Extensive web frontend experience.
• Proven record of building large-scale systems.
• Strong systems architecture skills.
• Hands-on experience with React and JavaScript runtimes.
• Ability to solve complex technical challenges.
• Understanding of browser runtimes and memory management.
• Experience in environments with hundreds of engineers.
• Open-source contributions in frontend technologies.
• Ability to inspire and guide others.
• Passion for frontend architecture.

Benefits

• Equity packages for employees.
• Inclusive parental leave policies.
• Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for wellbeing.
• Flexible leave options.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.