Canva is looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer to join the Product Platform team. You will design and develop the shared libraries, frameworks, and tooling that support all Canva product surfaces. This high-leverage role impacts hundreds of engineers and billions of user interactions by improving developer experience, performance, and architecture across our frontend ecosystem.
What You'll Do
- Develop shared frontend frameworks and component libraries used by all product teams.
- Build tools and infrastructure that streamline development workflows and improve code quality.
- Identify and address frontend performance and scalability challenges.
- Collaborate with design system and product teams to ensure accessibility, consistency, and reliability.
- Lead technical design discussions and advocate for frontend best practices.
- Mentor engineers and help grow Canva’s frontend community of practice.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience developing large-scale frontend applications.
- Expertise in Javascript, React, TypeScript, and modern build tools like Webpack or Vite.
- Strong understanding of frontend architecture, performance optimisation, and accessibility.
- Experience building shared frameworks, design systems, or developer tooling.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills — you enjoy partnering across disciplines.
- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and performance trade-offs in browser environments.
Nice to Have
- Interest or experience in integrating AI capabilities into user experiences, such as generative design features, intelligent UI assistance, or adaptive UX systems.
Technical Stack
- Javascript
- React
- TypeScript
- Webpack
- Vite
Team & Environment
This role is part of the Product Platform Supergroup, which builds Canva’s shared product foundations across the Client Platform, Application Platform, and Product Insights Enablement.
Benefits & Compensation
- Equity packages.
- 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.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role, remote across Australia and New Zealand.
Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.
