Canva

Frontend Software Engineer - Accessibility (Open remote across ANZ)

Remote Sydney, Australia
React TypeScript
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Description
Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.

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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 work

Our flagship campus is in Sydney. We also have a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. But you have 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. 


What you’d be doing in this role

As Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think that's all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things you'll be working on when you start, but this will likely evolve.

About the Team
We want to be the most-accessible design tool in the world – and with strong sustained internal support from leadership and core product teams, our Accessibility Team is set to achieve this mission. Canva is in a really exciting position in the accessibility space where we need to think about how everyone can use the product as well as how people can make designs that are accessible, ideally by default. Imagine being able to expertly use a design tool to make a breathtaking design without seeing it. This is a deep complex problem that is on the cutting edge of not just frontend engineering but also modern web applications.

About the Role
You'll gain hands-on experience writing accessible code and collaborating with the team to define and champion the best practices throughout the company. Engineers with proven coding and communication skills and a desire to help people with disabilities use the web better should apply right away for this exciting job.

What you’ll do

    • Work in a cross-functional team to build features that make Canva designs accessible
    • Build efficient and reusable frontend abstractions and systems
    • Collaborate with the team and other engineers outside the team to find issues across the product and communicate clear actions. Empowering other engineers is one of our team’s core values
    • Contribute to defining, improving, and codifying best practices and methodologies for frontend engineering at Canva
    • Craft and present engaging presentations to the frontend specialty
    • Participate in design and code reviews

What we're looking for

    • We'd love to hear from you if you fit one or more of these:
    • Experience developing rich web applications, ideally Typescript/React/MobX
    • Deep nuanced appreciation and understanding of different disability models, universal design and accessibility-related standards
    • Experience writing accessible code and reading detailed specifications (WCAG 2.1 AA, ATAG 2.0) but a genuine interest and dedication to crafting an accessible experience for all users goes a long way
    • Minimum two years experience
    • Practical knowledge of data structures and algorithms


    • Nice to have:
    • Working with a design system or maintaining components other teams depend on


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 stack of benefits to set you up for every 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 supports you personally

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

Other stuff to know

We 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.

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually. 

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