Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid | Ottawa
Solink
Intermediate Front End Developer, Core Apps
Location: Ottawa, ON | Hybrid
Department: Engineering | Core Applications
Reports To: Sean Yang, Director of Engineering
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
About Solink
At Solink, our mission is to safeguard what matters most. We provide businesses with the tools to know sooner and act faster by transforming video security into real-time operational insights.
Our cloud-based platform integrates seamlessly with your existing cameras and systems, turning them into intelligent sensors that detect and interpret key moments. This empowers teams to make data-driven decisions, enhance security, and improve operational efficiency.
Trusted by over 30,000 locations across 32+ countries - including brands like McDonald’s and JYSK - Solink delivers clarity when it counts. Our solutions help businesses reduce shrink, optimize performance, and respond proactively to potential threats.
We're growing rapidly, earning industry recognition, and scaling with purpose. We’ve been recognized by Deloitte’s Fast 50™ and Fast 500™, Business Intelligence Group, and as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work. And we’re just getting started!
The Role
As an Intermediate Front-End Developer, you’ll play a hands-on role in solving meaningful problems, driving outcomes, and contributing directly to Solink’s growth. You'll collaborate across teams and be trusted to take ownership - because we believe great ideas come from everywhere.
This is an opportunity for someone who’s energized by challenge, fast learning, and making a real impact.
What You’ll Do
Collaborate with Product and back-end developers to translate design concepts into interactive web pages.
Implement user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and responsiveness.
Create responsive layouts that adapt to different screen sizes and devices, delivering consistent user experiences.
Identify and address front-end performance bottlenecks to improve page load times and overall usability.
Participate in testing efforts (cross-browser, cross-device), debugging, and bug fixing to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Work closely with designers, engineers, and other team members to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery.
Stay up-to-date with the latest front-end trends, tools, and techniques, continuously contributing new ideas and improvements.
What You Bring
Must-Have:
Minimum 3 years of front-end development experience beyond co-op or internships
Strong proficiency in React, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/ES6+
Solid understanding of responsive design, RESTful APIs, and asynchronous request handling
Strong verbal communication skills and ability to ask questions, learn fast, and collaborate effectively
A demonstrated passion for web development and building beautiful, intuitive user interfaces
Nice-to-Have:
Experience with 10+ commercial builds supporting large user bases
Exposure to front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite) and version control (Git)
Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and implementation best practices
Knowledge of frameworks like Angular or Vue.js
A creative eye for design and performance optimization skills
Security Requirements
Candidates must undergo a criminal records check upon hire;
Be a Canadian Citizen (dual citizens included), or eligible to work in Canada;
Be willing to comply with Solink’s own security policies and standards.
Our Values
We do things the Solink way:
Act with URGENCY – Our customers move fast, so we do too.
Deliver with QUALITY – We sweat the details and hold a high bar.
Win with TEAM – No egos. Just outcomes, built together.
Lead with TRUST – We earn it through clarity, consistency, and care.
These aren’t just words—they shape how we hire, lead, and grow.
Why Solink?
We’re not just building tech - we’re building a place where great people do great work.
Clarity and trust: Where the role allows, we support flexibility in how and where work gets done - and we’re upfront about what’s required.
Meaningful equity: Every full-time, permanent employee has a stake in our growth.
Comprehensive benefits: Fully paid health & dental (no waiting period) + $500 health spending account.
Wellness support: Monthly reimbursement for fitness, wellness, or mental health programs.
Growth through merit: Advancement is based on contribution, initiative, and the ability to raise the bar - together.
Candid culture: Clear expectations, honest feedback, and no politics.
Social connection: From So-learns to Solink-o and So-lunches, we stay connected in ways that actually feel fun.
What to Expect from the Hiring Process
We respect your time and value transparency. Here’s a general idea of what to expect:
Intro call with our Talent Team
Interview with the Hiring Manager
Role-relevant task or case (if applicable)
Final interviews with cross-functional team members
Offer & onboarding 🎉
Please note: this is subject to change at any point in the recruitment process based on the needs of the business.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a short cover letter via our [Careers Page]. Let us know what excites you about this role, and how you’d help move Solink forward.