Software Development Lead role at AlgaeCal Inc.
About AlgaeCal
At AlgaeCal, we’re driven by a single idea : to end the fear of bone loss. In the United States, an estimated 54 million people have low bone density. The good news? AlgaeCal has the world’s only clinically-backed natural solution to this problem. We give hope to everyone worried about bone loss.
You’ll Love It Here
- You’ll be working with a great team. The developers at AlgaeCal have written more code than Alan Turing and learned more programming languages than C3PO. They’re friendly, funny, and easy to work with.
- You’ll use your powers for good. You’ll work on a wide range of applications that help spread the message that bone loss is beatable.
- You won’t be micromanaged. We’ll give you a simple set of KPIs with crystal clear expectations.
- We don’t have the over‑the‑top Silicon Valley culture. You’ll enjoy a healthy work‑life balance.
Responsibilities
Lead a small team (2–3 developers) of intermediate / associate-level developers.Design, develop, and maintain e‑commerce solutions, especially in the Shopify ecosystem (Hydrogen, Shopify APIs).Integrate Shopify with Salesforce via Node.js middleware.Develop, test, and deploy features for the company’s WordPress blog and website templates.Write and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs.Resolve bugs efficiently and mentor team members on debugging best practices.Collaborate with product, UI / UX, and data teams to deliver high‑quality solutions.Architect systems using clean architecture, domain‑driven design, hexagonal architecture, and best practices.Qualifications
5+ years of experience in software development.Proven leadership experience with a team of 2–3 intermediate / associate developers.Deep knowledge of React, TypeScript, and Node.js.Experience with the Shopify ecosystem, including Hydrogen and APIs.Familiarity with GCP, Cloud Storage, and BigQuery is a plus.Experience on a WordPress site and deploying to production.A strong portfolio that demonstrates mastery of full‑stack development.Excellent bug‑solving skills and the ability to work in fast‑moving environments.Benefits
Monthly team events and activities.Flexible statutory holidays with the option to bank days for later use.Weekly team lunches.Casual dress code.Dog‑friendly office in Yaletown, one block from SkyTrain.How to Apply
We’re looking to hire as soon as we find the right person. If you believe you’re the right fit, please follow the steps below :
Write a brief response (less than 400 words) explaining why you’re the best Software Development Lead for this role and include a link to your portfolio.Describe why you fit perfectly with our values. Our values are available at this link .Share the toughest challenge you’ve ever overcome, how you overcame it, the last three books you’ve read, and what you do for fun.Explain your current employment status or why you’re looking elsewhere (if applicable).Upload your cover letter and resume as a single PDF file. Applications without a cover letter will not be read.Click the “Apply Now” button on this page and upload your document.Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services
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