Senior Full Stack Developer, Engine

Job Title : Senior Fullstack Developer, Engine - Montreal (Hybrid)

Job Description

About Stay22

Stay22 is a fast-growing and profitable Travel Tech scale-up based in Montreal. We empower content creators to monetize their content more effectively while enhancing the travel experience for their users through innovative solutions.

Our technology simplifies the search for travel-related services, reaching over 100 million unique users monthly via top travel discovery pages and platforms.

Our Engine team is at the heart of our flagship products, building smart products leveraging top-edge technologies. Join us to push the boundaries of predictive modeling and AI in Travel Tech.

Job Summary

At Stay22, the Engine squad is at the heart of our most intelligent and revenue-driving products. We are looking for a Senior Fullstack Developer who thrives on the challenge of balancing innovation with execution.

In this role, you will be shaping the future of our products with a 50 / 50 focus on both frontend and backend development.

Your expertise in TypeScript, JavaScript, and Python will be crucial as you work closely with our Product Manager in an R&D-driven environment where priorities shift rapidly.

Your work will be instrumental in handling large-scale data operations, analytics, and optimizing browser performance, ensuring our products are not only smart but also fast.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end design, development, and rollout of entire initiatives, demonstrating a high level of technical competency and leadership
• Utilize your deep knowledge of TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, and Python to build and maintain robust fullstack solutions, with a focus on optimizing FCP, LCP, and TBT metrics
• Lead efforts in data analytics, unstructured data processing, and DOM operations, ensuring our products are data-driven and performant
• Work closely with Product Managers to iterate rapidly, balancing technical innovation with business priorities. Discuss trade-offs on scope and timing, and offer well-reasoned technical designs
• Drive the hack-and-research approach within the squad, testing and iterating on various ideas to achieve business goals.

Be prepared to pivot quickly as priorities change

• Mentor other developers, help ramp up new team members, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the squad
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with stakeholders, ensuring that all projects align with business-level strategic initiatives.

Be proactive in identifying risks and proposing solutions

Promote simplicity and maintainability in your work, always considering the long-term implications for both the codebase and the user experience

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 6-8+ years of experience in Fullstack development, with a strong emphasis on backend technologies like MongoDB, Python, and PostgreSQL
• Deep understanding of modern frameworks and technologies, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, performant web applications.

Strong knowledge of web performance metrics (FCP, LCP, TBT) is essential

• A creative mindset and strong problem-solving abilities, capable of navigating complex technical challenges with pragmatic solutions
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring other developers, with a focus on delivering significant improvements to the codebase and overall product quality
• Comfort with rapid iteration and the potential for significant project changes or pivots
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with product managers and other stakeholders

Why join Stay22?

• Support Travel Creators : Be part of a team that empowers travel creators to explore the world by increasing their passive income potential.
• Empower Your Growth : We hire champions and give them the opportunity to excel, skipping levels and honing their superpowers.
• Lead with Impact : We empower our team members to take charge and make a real impact in the Stay22 universe.
• Location, Location, Location : Enjoy our bright and vibrant office in the heart of Montreal's Plateau Mont Royal, surrounded by the best shops and restaurants.
• Be Yourself : Embrace a come-as-you-are dress code and a flexible work schedule.
• Comprehensive Benefits : We offer health & dental benefits, retirement plans, learning & development opportunities, and social & team-building activities, including exciting retreats (while we can't share all the details about our upcoming winter retreat, let's just say we hope it's smooth sailing. .)
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