Lead, Fullstack Developer

Company Summary

Come work for a company that’s committed to the success of each and every employee. A place where innovators and collaborators come together and build on each other’s talents. Where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.

FCT provides industry-leading title insurance, default solutions and other real estate related products and services to legal, lending, valuation and real estate professionals across Canada. With FCT, you will have the opportunity to build a meaningful career. Join us as we continue to do exciting work and make a big impact on our colleagues, customers and communities.

Job Summary

We are continually searching for great talent; individuals who possess a deep commitment to the customers and markets we serve. If you would like to join a company that is committed to the success of each employee and offers challenge, purpose and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a team-oriented environment, you'll enjoy a career with us! We understand that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is critical for the success of our business, and we actively work towards it every day.

The Senior Full Stack Developer will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and evolving next-generation applications with an AI-first mindset, where Generative AI is a foundational component of how solutions are architected and delivered.

This role is central to driving Digital Transformation within Residential Solutions and will focus on building intelligent, scalable, and user-centric applications that integrate modern cloud-native architectures with emerging AI capabilities.

You will work closely with Product, Development, Quality Assurance, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions, while influencing engineering practices, mentoring team members, and championing innovation across the organization.

HERE'S HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE:

• Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude Code) to accelerate delivery while maintaining high standards for code quality, security, and maintainability.
• Use AI-powered prototyping techniques (e.g., UI scaffolding, API generation, synthetic data) to rapidly validate ideas.
• Apply AI-assisted testing approaches, including automated test generation and edge-case discovery.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Next.js).
• Build reusable, maintainable UI components aligned with industry best practices and corporate standards.
• Develop and maintain robust APIs (REST/GraphQL) and backend services to support front-end applications.
• Design and implement real-time, event-driven features (e.g., notifications, live updates, streaming UI experiences).
• Create intuitive, responsive, and accessible user experiences, including AI-powered interfaces such as chat and copilots.
• Apply caching, performance optimization, and resiliency patterns to ensure high availability and low latency.
• Collaborate with Product and business stakeholders to define and refine technical requirements.
• Present technical solutions and prototypes to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentor junior and intermediate developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Diploma or Degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Programming, comparable education or relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience building modern full stack applications.
• Strong proficiency in front-end frameworks such as React or Angular and Typescript.
• Experience with Next.js and GraphQL.
• Strong backend development experience, including API design and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience working with both structured and unstructured data.
• Experience with real-time and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with containers and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Demonstrates an AI-first mindset, rethinking how problems can be solved using automation and intelligent systems.
• Curious and proactive in exploring emerging technologies, especially in AI and modern development practices.
• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Experience with observability and monitoring tools.
• Strong knowledge of authentication and authorization (OAuth, OpenID Connect).
• Experience working in agile, continuous delivery environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Balances speed and innovation with engineering discipline and quality.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving clarity through experimentation and iteration.

Total Direct Compensation:

132,200 - 161,600

Any pay range is in $CAD. The stated pay range reflects the total expected compensation for this role (e.g., base pay plus any expected incentives or allowances, where applicable)

HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART:

Through mentoring, innovative tools, and a variety of programs that engage and reward, we empower each employee to be great and drive results.

• Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials

• Group retirement savings plan with company match

• Paid holidays and generous paid time off

• Hybrid work arrangements

• Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching

• Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives

• Potential for performance-based incentives

• The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan

• And more!

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By joining us, you will not only be part of an award-winning organization, you will be part of a workforce that is engaged and empowered to succeed.

Thank you for considering FCT. We look forward to meeting you.