Associate Engineer (Front End)
AI Summary
An Associate Engineer writes clean, reliable front-end code and delivers well-defined features for a small-business product, collaborating with senior engineers on technical challenges, testing, and debugging.
About this role
The role
As an Associate Engineer, you will help supercharge small businesses by writing clean, reliable code and delivering well-defined features that directly support our product outcomes. Working alongside senior engineers, you will solve day-to-day technical challenges, design tests to ensure high quality, and debug code using logs and dashboards to maintain system health.
By bringing curiosity and a data-driven mindset, you will help keep our systems robust and aligned with customer needs. You will take ownership of your work, proactively share knowledge, and contribute to a supportive, inclusive environment where continuous learning drives success.
The team & how they connect
Our engineering teams work collaboratively to build and maintain scalable technology for small businesses. We value open communication, thoughtful discussion, and working together across functions to remove blockers and solve problems efficiently.
The team is currently working on
Developing front end features using HTML, CSS, and modern JavaScript (ES6+) with React
Integrating front end applications with back end REST APIs
Utilising modern delivery and collaboration practices such as pair programming and continuous improvement
Exploring artificial intelligence tools to increase efficiency and automate routine tasks
Where and how you can work
We support a flexible working model that empowers you to balance your professional and personal life. You will have the option to work in a hybrid capacity, combining the focus of remote work with the collaboration of our office spaces and team boost days to foster connection and alignment.
Here are some of the things we are looking for
Hands-on experience building web applications using modern JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
Practical exposure to React and an understanding of connecting front end interfaces to REST APIs
Comfort navigating version control using Git and participating in pull request code reviews
A sharp eye for UI/UX details, quality standards, and confidence debugging code locally
Curiosity about leveraging AI tools to streamline everyday workflows and tasks
Familiarity with TypeScript, testing frameworks (like Jest or Cypress), component libraries, or web accessibility principles is a plus
Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team.
Compensation & Total Rewards
At Xero, we value the impact and skills you bring to the team. We believe in a Total Package philosophy - ensuring your value is recognised through a holistic lens that includes base salary, performance incentives, and world-class benefits.
The expected base salary range for this role is $109,100 - $136,400 CAD
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