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Lead Developer

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Critical Mass

Critical Mass

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital experience design and marketing agency

Consulting
Consumer Software

Senior

Calgary, AB, Canada

Requires onsite presence in Calgary for a minimum of 4 days a week.

Category
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
JavaScript
React.js
SEO
Vue.js
SCRUM
Web Development
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • Advanced English Proficiency (B2+ reading, writing, and conversation)
  • Strong communication skills with a team-centric approach to discussion and decision-making within a distributed team.
  • At least 5 years of experience working with Front-End technologies (HTML/CSS/JavaScript).
  • Work experience with cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
  • Work experience with Responsive development.
  • Expert knowledge of recent development patterns and practices (Mobile First, MVC, Object Oriented development).
  • Expert knowledge of integrating front-end solutions with APIs and web services.
  • Proficiency with popular JavaScript frameworks and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Knowledge of design patterns (e.g., model-view-controller, observer, object-oriented, etc.) and working with several mainstream libraries and frameworks (React, VueJS, or any other).
  • Experience with unit-testing best practices and libraries.
  • Capable of writing code compliant with modern accessibility (eg. ARIA, WCAG, Microformats, ADA, RDF) and SEO guidelines and best practices
  • Capable of working with new technologies and building proof of concept prototypes.
  • BS in Computer Science or related technical discipline; or equivalent strong experience as Software Development Lead in exact areas of expertise required for CM (Digital Agencies projects, Web development projects, SCRUM/Agile software projects).
Responsibilities
  • Support or deliver client presentations regarding technical perspectives.
  • Review code, mentor and uphold coding guidelines and best practices for more Junior teammates.
  • Own the technical architecture and design of the web solution while overseeing the front-end development activities.
  • Gather new user and business requirements, map them to appropriate technical solutions, and estimate the associated development tasks.
  • Ensure concise and clear documentation is maintained.
  • Own software release activities including but not limited to: reviewing code changes, client demonstrations, QA hand-offs, and presenting solutions and justifications for tasks.
  • Debug or troubleshoot complex or critical issues that cannot be handled by junior positions and provide root cause analysis.
  • Evaluate project scaffolding and associated automation tools for the project.
  • Create training programs for technologies within fields of expertise.
  • Setup regular one-on-one meetings to provide coaching, feedback, career development, and status reporting to direct reports.
  • Ensure compatibility of code across devices, viewport sizes and browsers.
  • Assess and optimize page performance and maintain WCAG compliance.

Critical Mass is a digital experience design agency that creates engaging digital solutions for clients in various industries, including automotive, finance, healthcare, and retail. The agency focuses on delivering tailored digital strategies, user experience (UX) design, and technology solutions. Their services encompass website design and development, digital marketing campaigns, social media management, and data analytics. Critical Mass stands out from competitors by emphasizing a collaborative approach, working closely with clients to co-create solutions that resonate with their target audience. The company aims to simplify complex digital challenges and provide user-friendly solutions while nurturing talent through programs like the Critical Mass Artist In Residence (CM AIR) and Trailhead.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$238K

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition by DesignRush as one of the best digital marketing companies in Canada highlights Critical Mass's industry leadership and credibility.
  • Partnerships with high-profile clients like BlackSquare and Diageo demonstrate the agency's ability to deliver striking and effective digital solutions.
  • Innovative programs like the artist-in-residence initiative with Shantell Martin foster a creative and dynamic work environment.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive digital marketing and advertising sector requires continuous innovation to maintain market position.
  • Dependence on project-based fees and retainers may lead to revenue volatility, especially during economic downturns.

What makes Critical Mass unique

  • Critical Mass excels in simplifying complex digital challenges through bespoke digital strategies and user-friendly solutions, setting them apart from more generalized digital agencies.
  • Their unique programs like CM AIR and Trailhead foster creativity and nurture emerging talent, providing a competitive edge in innovation and talent development.
  • A collaborative approach with clients and a deep understanding of digital trends enable Critical Mass to co-create impactful solutions that resonate with target audiences.

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Benefits

Professional Development Spending Account that can be used for conferences, courses, subscriptions, books

Competitive pay and benefits

Match charitable donations up to $100USD

Flexible, reasonable work-from-home arrangements whenever possible