Senior Software Engineer

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Canva Full time
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend (Open to remote across ANZ)

Canva, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.

Responsibilities
  • Leading the design and development of performant, delightful user interfaces using modern frontend frameworks
  • Driving collaboration with PMs, designers, and fellow engineers to scope, define, and deliver impactful product features
  • Evolving and scaling Canva's frontend architecture through reusable component libraries and shared design systems
  • Championing accessibility, performance, and engineering best practices across multiple product surfaces
  • Writing robust, well-tested code and proactively identifying areas for technical improvement or refactor
  • Guiding design and code reviews, mentoring peers, and raising the technical bar for your team
Qualifications
  • You are highly experienced in building complex, user-facing applications using modern frontend technologies (we use React and TypeScript)
  • You have strong JavaScript fundamentals and a deep understanding of the web platform
  • You're comfortable taking ownership of features end-to-end—from architecture to delivery—and thrive in environments where you drive the how
  • You balance attention to detail with pragmatism, and consistently ship quality code at speed
  • You're a thoughtful collaborator who works well across disciplines and proactively brings others on the journey
  • You understand the bigger picture—how your work connects to product goals, user experience, and long-term scalability
  • You enjoy mentoring others, offering constructive feedback, and lifting the technical bar for your team
Engineering at Canva

Join a vibrant engineering community solving complex problems for millions of users, worldwide. Here, engineering is about more than writing great code. It's about rapidly iterating to deliver real value for users—building a product that empowers the world to design.

We care deeply about craft and collaborate closely to achieve hugely ambitious goals. We mentor and support one another generously, grounded in a culture of ownership, purpose, and a shared commitment to excellence.

What's in it for you?

Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard—and we offer a range of benefits to set you up for success in and outside of work.

Here's a Taste Of What's On Offer
  • Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
  • An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
  • Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Check out for more info.

Other Stuff To Know

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. We see AI as a powerful amplifier of creativity and technology at Canva. In some interviews, you may be asked to solve a problem using an AI tool to show how you approach challenges with tech by your side.

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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