Company DescriptionJoin the team redefining how the world experiences design.Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time-consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point.Where and how you can workOur flagship campus is in Sydney. We also have a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. But you have a choice in where and how you work. That means if you want to do your thing in the office (if you're near one), at home or a bit of both, it's up to you.Job DescriptionWhat you'd be doing in this roleAs Canva scales, change continues to be part of our DNA. This role is focused on:Coaching, mentoring, and growing a team of frontend and backend engineers.Working alongside the technical lead to solve ambitious technical problems and guiding the team to deliver results.Collaborating closely with the Product Manager to understand and contribute to the product roadmap.Driving the planning and refinement of seasonal goals, ensuring alignment between the company, group, and teams.Fostering a culture of collaboration and advocating for the engineering needs of non-technical collaborators.Owning and driving the delivery of large, cross-team, and cross-group initiatives and projects from ideation to completion.You're probably a match if you havePrevious experience in technical people leadership and mentorship of engineers.Commercial experience in a software development environment, ideally with experience in building frameworks, libraries, or APIs.Experience with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, MobX, etc. is valuable but not required.Grounded computer science and engineering fundamentals including concurrency, multithreading, data structures, solution design, architecture, and design patterns.Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional team members and communicating effectively.Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to break large projects down into smaller ones.Experience with experimentation is beneficial but not mandatory.About the teamThe Messaging Surfaces team is responsible for user-facing components and infrastructure, which enables compliant marketing and product lifecycle engagement.The team plays a critical role in marketing and transactional messaging with our mission to engage with our customers with the right message at the right time.About the roleWe're looking for an experienced manager who is not afraid to jump into the complex space of user-facing messaging preferences and notifications. You'll be managing 4-6 frontend and backend engineers to improve and evolve foundational pieces for user engagement controls.We are seeking someone who wants to be in the thick of it - working across technical design, code architecture, hiring, engagement with key stakeholders, and professional growth of the people they lead.Apply today to delve into Canva's architectural practices for data persistence and rendering using web technologies, while also leading a team of talented engineers.What's in it for you?Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but you'll experience lots of moments of magic, connectivity, and fun woven throughout life at Canva, too. We also 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 support you personally.Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.Other stuff to knowWe make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills, and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva, so even if you don't feel like your skills quite match what's listed above - we still want to hear from you!Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.
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