Job Detail

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on the fastest growing product at Lightspeed ! We’re looking for someone who enjoys making both people and businesses grow through their coaching and technical skills. At Lightspeed, we are dedicated to bringing cities and communities to life by powering SMBs. Come and help us build our communities!

What you’ll be responsible for

• Lead a full-stack squad of 4-5 developers through coaching and mentorship


• Guide team development efforts towards successful project delivery


• Maintain high standards of software building quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits


• Identify and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the team


• Report to the Development Manager and have frequent interactions with Product Managers and Product Designers


• Collaborate with the Development Manager to bring the team to its highest potential


• Take part in daily agile ceremonies and share new ideas based on your knowledge and experience


• Raise the bar and elevate your team by sharing knowledge and best practices, while always seeking improvement and progress

What you’ll be bringing to the team

• 2+ years in a team lead capacity 


• 5+ years of professional experience, though it's more important what you know and what you can do.


• Experience mentoring or coaching team members


• Professional experience with Typescript, Javascript, PHP


• Experience with Express


• Experience delivering product features


• Excellent communication skills

Even better, but not necessary

• Experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, or Docker


• Experience with Node,js


• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices

*Not sure if you meet 100% of our qualifications? Please apply anyway!

What’s in it for you

• Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture and possibility of remote work


• Innovation time to explore and learn at work


• Shaping the company by joining cultural & technical committees 


• Tons of growth opportunities into technical or people management roles


• Amazing benefits & perks, including equity for all Lightspeeders


• Opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-growth company


• Opportunity to learn, expand your skill set, forge wonderful relationships and make your mark within the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed family, a true Canadian tech success story

Who we are

Lightspeed (TSX/NYSE: LSPD) powers small and medium-sized businesses with its cloud-based, omni-channel commerce platforms in over 100 countries around the world. With smart, scalable, and dependable point of sale systems, Lightspeed provides all-in-one solutions that help restaurants and retailers sell across channels, manage operations, engage with consumers, accept payments, and grow their business.

Headquartered in Montréal, Canada, Lightspeed is trusted by favourite local businesses, where the community goes to shop and dine. Lightspeed has offices in Canada, USA, Europe, and Australia.

We're passionate about enabling people to do their best work. Come work with us and find out what you can do!