Staff Engineer (Kitchener)

Opportunity We’re a small, dedicated team with big ambitions — and we’re looking for a Staff Engineer (Full Stack) who’s ready to help us scale fast and think even bigger. You won’t just ship features — you’ll help define the architecture, culture, and velocity of our product development team. You’ll be hands‑on in the codebase, leading by example, and helping Capio evolve into a high‑performing, scalable platform used by thousands. Key Responsibilities - Lead full‑stack development efforts—from designing scalable backend systems to crafting seamless front‑end experiences. - Partner with leadership to shape the product direction and technical roadmap. - Collaborate with engineering leaders to make critical architectural decisions around performance, scalability, and reliability. - Mentor and collaborate with a team of dedicated engineers, fostering speed and quality in equal measure. - Build clean, efficient, and maintainable code across the stack (React, Node.js, Type Script, AWS, etc.). - Thrive in a fast‑paced startup environment where initiative, creativity, and execution matter most. What you bring to the table - A builder’s mindset — bias toward action, curiosity, and constant iteration. - Strong product sense — you care about user experience as much as elegant code. - Outstanding communication skills. - Demonstrated ownership and pride in the quality of the software you work on, and the way that it succeeds in meeting the needs of its users. - Knowledge of a variety of programming paradigms and languages, design patterns, tech stacks and frameworks—and the trade‑offs entailed in choosing among them. - Ability to explain and defend an informed opinion while maintaining an open mind. - Experience with engineering practices and processes which promote incrementalism, frequent delivery and tight feedback loops—without sacrificing quality. Ideal Experience - Node.js, Type Script or Java Script, React.js - AWS services (S3, DynamoDB, Lambda) - AI/ML and data products, end‑to‑end AI‑powered feature development - Data storage systems – relational databases (PostgreSQL, Redshift), ORM libraries, document‑based stores (DynamoDB) - Test automation (unit, integration, end‑to‑end) - Knowledge of integration patterns and implementation - Dev Ops, Observability, Infrastructure as Code - Data engineering (data modeling, pipelines, orchestration) - AI tooling (model integration and serving, vector databases, prompt tooling, evaluation) Why join Capio Impact that matters: International education affects millions of students worldwide, and you’ll play a key role in shaping its future. Autonomy and ownership: Your ideas won’t just be heard, they’ll drive our growth strategy. Have a massive impact on the company’s direction and growth from day one. Fast‑paced momentum: We’re scaling quickly, and you’ll be at the center of it. Mission‑driven team: Work alongside people passionate about innovation, education, and making a global difference. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and provide accommodations for people with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2p9v1j