Visionary Video Platform Leader

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeLeader Full time $180,000 - $250,000
Job Overview">

This role sits at the intersection of technical excellence and people leadership, managing a mix of ICs and Engineering Managers.

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We operate in a high-visibility, high-impact and high-speed environment with significant direct user impact.

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Working alongside deeply skilled and high-opinionated video specialist engineers, we are looking for a leader with technical credibility and collaborative leadership to deliver world-class video platform capabilities.

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">Key Responsibilities">
  • Leading a world-class video platform sub-group of 18–20 engineers (including staff engineers and Engineering Managers).">
  • Driving the architecture and execution of Canva's next-gen video rendering stack across native and web (WASM) platforms.">
  • Building robust infrastructure for high-performance video experiences across mobile, web, and backend export pipelines.">
  • Partnering with product and design teams to translate creative needs into platform capabilities used by millions globally.">
  • Setting the technical vision and building a scalable roadmap for the platform team—including hiring and coaching high-calibre video talent.">
  • Owning and delivering a major evolution in Canva's video technology strategy.">
">Requirements">
  • Extensive experience leading platform engineering teams in multimedia, embedded systems, or video rendering domains.">
  • Deep knowledge of video codecs, rendering pipelines, and cross-platform systems (bonus for WASM and native engine experience).">
  • A proven track record managing large engineering orgs (15+), including staff engineers and EMs, and building high-impact tech orgs.">
  • Strong stakeholder management experience and the ability to influence technical direction at scale.">
  • A passion for fostering engineering excellence—mentoring engineers and building systems that scale across millions of users.">
">What We 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">
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Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

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