Job Description

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Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well\xe2\x80\xa6 you might just be in the right place!

As a Software Development Manager with a strong technical background, you will be reporting to the Senior Director, Development and leading our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in building and scaling web applications, as well as leading and mentoring technical teams.

For this role, you should be located in Canada, and able to work within EST/EDT hours. We offer a choice of fully remote, partially remote or fully office-based work environments (in cities with local offices).

At Lightspeed, we are dedicated to bringing cities and communities to life by empowering small and medium businesses. Come help us build our communities!

What you\'ll be responsible for:

Leadership & Management:

• Lead a team of software developers in the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality software.
• Teach, mentor and grow team members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ensure project milestones and deliverables are met.

Technical Expertise:

• Drive the architecture, design, and implementation of web applications using Golang and React.
• Ensure code quality, performance, and scalability.
• Review and approve code changes, ensuring adherence to best practices and existing design patterns.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with product managers, SRE\'s, designers, and other stakeholders to define and prioritize product features and requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and peers to ensure smooth deployment and integration of software solutions.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in software development, especially in Golang and React.
• Recommend and implement best practices, tools, and processes to continuously improve software delivery efficiency.

Who you are:

• Technical Excellence: Your deep understanding and command of your craft stands out. You\'re committed to not only doing the job, but also ensuring your contributions and guidance are of the highest caliber.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment, work well with others, and believe that collective insights lead to better outcomes.
• Bias Towards Action: You believe in moving quickly, making decisions with the information at hand, and iterating as you go. You\'re proactive and don\'t wait to be told what to do.
• Quality Mindset: You prioritize the delivery of high-quality software and see it as a reflection of yourself and the team. You advocate for best practices and hold yourself and the team to high standards.
• Relentless Pursuit of Improvement: Continuous learning is part of your DNA. You constantly seek ways to improve, be it personal development, team processes, or software efficiency. You believe there\'s always room to be better and inspire others with your thirst for excellence.

What you\'ll be bringing to the team

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related experience.
• At least 8 years of software development experience.
• Strong expertise in Golang and React with at least [3 years in each; e.g., "5 years in Golang and 3 years in React"].
• Minimum 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring technical teams.
• Demonstrated experience building solutions for the cloud.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for technical challenges.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

Even better if you have, but not necessary:

• Experience with pub/sub software architecture
• Experience with operational transformation technology
• Experience with google cloud technologies (Spanner, BigTable, etc.)

What\'s in it for you?

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture and the option of fully remote work
• Genuine career opportunities in a company that\'s creating new jobs everyday
• Opportunity to make a difference; help merchants grow their businesses and become more successful by creating or improving products and addressing customer feedback
• Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact
• Development of very high traffic products, used at the global scale
• Opportunities to learn and expand your skill set
• Become a valued part of the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed family

\xe2\x80\xa6 and enjoy a range of benefits that\'ll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry:

• Lightspeed equity scheme (we are all owners)
• Flexible paid time off policy
• Health Insurance
• Health and wellness benefit of $500 per year
• Paid leave and assistance for new parents
• Mental health online platform and counseling & coaching services
• Volunteer day

To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Where to from here?
Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you\'re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our .

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal\'s gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.

Who we are:
Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed\'s one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montr\xc3\xa9al, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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