Full Stack Engineer

About The Company Pixieset is a leading technology company dedicated to empowering photographers and creative professionals worldwide. As the market leader in software solutions tailored for photography businesses, Pixieset provides an integrated platform that enables users to deliver, sell, and manage their creative work seamlessly. The company serves over 1.5 million users globally, continuously innovating to enhance user experience and streamline workflows. Recognized for its commitment to excellence, Pixieset has earned accolades such as being certified as a Great Place to Work™, ranked among Canada’s Best Workplaces™, and named one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers. The organization fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, curiosity, and craftsmanship, emphasizing clean design, thoughtful coding, and meaningful impact. Pixieset values continuous learning, diversity, and the transformative power of technology to simplify complex challenges for creatives and entrepreneurs alike. About The Role We are seeking a talented Full Stack Software Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and delivering innovative product features that reach a global user base. Your work will span from enhancing user-facing functionalities to optimizing backend systems, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. As part of our collaborative environment, you will work closely with stakeholders to define requirements, participate in code reviews, and research new technologies to keep our platform at the forefront of the industry. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to Pixieset’s growth and success by building robust, scalable, and user-centric solutions that empower creatives worldwide. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems and create meaningful user experiences. Qualifications 3+ years of experience building and maintaining full-stack web applications in a production environmentStrong proficiency in PHP, with experience in modern web frameworks such as LaravelExperience developing APIs and backend servicesSolid knowledge of relational databases, SQL, and schema designExperience working with cloud platforms and deployment pipelinesFamiliarity with testing methodologies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testingAbility to independently deliver end-to-end features and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teamsExcellent technical documentation skillsStrong problem-solving skills with a user-centered approachCuriosity and willingness to research and integrate new technologiesExperience with modern software development practices and tools Responsibilities Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code to support scalable backend systems and user-facing functionalitiesDevelop and implement new features across multiple codebases, including front-end and back-end componentsMaintain and improve the overall architecture, APIs, databases, and infrastructure of the Pixieset platformCollaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutionsParticipate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practicesResearch and integrate new technologies to enhance system performance, security, and development efficiencyDesign and maintain comprehensive test suites to ensure system stability and qualityProduce clear technical documentation to facilitate team understanding and knowledge sharingWork closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features on scheduleIdentify opportunities for system improvements and optimizations to support product growth Benefits Hybrid work environment with two in-office days per weekFour weeks of paid annual vacation and office holiday closureRRSP matching program to support your retirement savings$2,000 annual health and lifestyle spending account$1,000 annual education budget for professional development$1,000 annual charitable donation matchingComprehensive benefits package including extended health, critical illness, long-term disability, and life insuranceCompany-issued MacBook and a home office setup budgetCelebratory anniversary rewards and complimentary Pixieset premium accountTeam-building activities and company-wide events to foster a collaborative cultureRecognition as a Great Place to Work™ and inclusion among Canada’s Best Workplaces™ Equal Opportunity Pixieset is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.