Staff Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails/React): Leading and mentoring engineering teams to build scalable tools and architecture for a home service business platform with an accent on technical leadership and cross-team initiatives. Focus on modernizing the frontend stack, solving complex architectural challenges, and amplifying team productivity through AI-driven efficiency and mentorship.

Location: Must be based in Canada (Remote or Hybrid in Edmonton/Toronto)

Salary: $145,900 – $197,400

Company

hirify.global provides a comprehensive technology platform to help small home service businesses manage quotes, scheduling, invoicing, and payments.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor teams of engineers, acting as a technical champion and force multiplier.
• Collaborate with Product and Design partners to design and iteratively deliver high-impact features.
• Drive large-scale innovation and cross-team initiatives to address technical debt and future-proof the engineering organization.
• Champion consistent engineering practices, reusable code, and industry best practices.
• Facilitate technical discussions to drive consensus on optimal solutions for complex customer problems.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Demonstrated expertise in building highly scalable and robust software across multiple stack layers.
• Proven experience leading teams through high-impact projects as a technical lead.
• Exceptional proficiency in software design and architecture with a focus on performance and maintainability.
• Experience integrating AI tools (ChatGPT, Cursor, Copilot) into the development workflow.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for coaching and mentorship.

Nice to have

• Experience with React, React Native, TypeScript, GraphQL, Ruby on Rails, and AWS.
• Track record of leading projects that span multiple teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package with fully paid premiums for body and mind.
• Retirement savings matching in RRSP, TFSA, or FHSA, and stock options.
• Dedicated Talent Development team with access to coaching, learning, and leadership programs.
• Flexible work environment: remote across Canada or hybrid in Edmonton/Toronto.
• Culture of transparency, inclusivity, and healthy work-life harmony.

Hiring process

• Talent team interview (45 mins).
• Hiring Manager interview (60 mins).
• Take-home challenge followed by a Functional Interview (90 mins).
• Senior Leadership interview (45 mins).