Staff Engineer (FE) - Video Editor - Remote across ANZ
Staff Engineer (FE) - Video Editor - Remote across ANZ
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Job Description
Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.
Hey gday mabuhay kia ora hallo vtejte!
Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and youre probably keen to find out whats on offer so well 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 we trust our Canvanauts to choose the balance that empowers them and their team to achieve their goals.
What youd be doing in this role
As Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think thats all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things youll be working on when you start but this will likely evolve.
At the moment this role is focused on:
- Youll own the technical architecture of the Video Editor from React components to data persistence shaping the foundation that millions of users will rely on.
- Youll drive the evolution of the data layer that powers video editing optimising for both developer velocity and runtime performance at scale.
- Youll collaborate across Canva to ensure video integrates seamlessly with design tools templates brand systems and AI-powered features.
- Youll partner with platform teams to ensure our video infrastructure scales in lockstep with Canvas rapid growth.
- Youll champion performance by leading systematic measurement optimisation and architectural improvements that deliver a world-class editing experience.
- Youll foster a culture of operational excellence within the Video Editor team ensuring the highest level of reliability and quality for our services.
- Youll introduce and champion new frontend patterns and technologies pushing the boundaries of both user experience and developer productivity.
- Youll work closely with product and design to translate ambitious visions into technical roadmaps balancing creativity with technical rigour.
- Youll mentor and grow engineers across the team establishing best practices in frontend architecture data modeling and scalable design.
Youre probably a match if
- Deep expertise in frontend architecture and data modeling with 10 years of software engineering experience
- Proven track record designing and delivering complex interactive web applications used at global scale
- Strong proficiency with modern frontend technologies (React TypeScript) and experience architecting maintainable scalable systems
- Hands-on experience building real-time collaborative applications or creative content tools
- Strong product mindset with the ability to balance technical excellence user experience and business impact
- Systems-thinking approach with a clear understanding of how frontend decisions influence backend systems and overall platform performance
- Track record of leading technical initiatives setting architectural direction and mentoring engineering teams
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional technical strategy
About the team
Video at Canva is reimagining how the world creates and engages with moving stories. Millions of people turn to Canva every day to design and video is becoming the centrepiece of how ideas are shared taught and celebrated. The Video Editor team sits at the heart of this mission shaping the future of video editing by bringing together creativity usability and performance at scale.
Were building an editor that makes professional-quality video creation seamless and accessible where editing playback and exporting feel effortless yet powerful. To do this we work across the full tech stack collaborating with design product and engineering teams far beyond the video domain.
Were looking for engineers who thrive on solving complex technical challenges and who want to redefine whats possible in video creation. The work we do doesnt just make editing easier it changes how millions of users worldwide tell their stories collaborate and create. By joining the Video Editor team youll help build the foundation of the next era of video at Canva delivering elegant solutions that unlock creativity and empower people everywhere.
Whats in it for you
Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but youll experience lots of moments of magic connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva too. We also offer a range of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.
Heres a taste of whats 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
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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.
We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva so even if you dont feel like your skills quite match whats listed above - we still want to hear from you!
Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
