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Robots & PencilsRP

React Full Stack Developer

Robots & Pencils is a digital innovation firm that helps clients use mobile, web, and AI technologies to transform their organizations. They focus on developing consumer applications, enterprise software, and education platforms by blending technology with a human-first approach.

Robots & Pencils

Employee count: 51-200

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At Robots Pencils, we build meaningful, scalable software experiences that help innovative organizations move faster and smarter. We are seeking a Senior Fullstack Developer to design, develop, and deliver high-quality applications across modern web and backend platforms. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys building across the stack, thrives in collaborative environments, and brings craftsmanship, curiosity, and technical rigor to every project.

In this role, you will work as part of a strategic, embedded delivery team supporting enterprise and product-driven initiatives. You will collaborate closely with designers, engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders to deliver robust, user-centered solutions. Your work will be visible, impactful, and central to modernizing complex systems and digital platforms. You’ll combine strong backend engineering with modern front-end development to create solutions that are scalable, maintainable, and thoughtfully designed.

Key Responsibilities

Fullstack Engineering Application Development

  • Design, build, and maintain web applications and APIs using Java on the backend and React on the frontend
  • Develop clean, well-structured, and testable code aligned with sprint goals and engineering best practices
  • Build and refine prototypes to validate requirements and guide technical direction
  • Contribute reusable libraries and shared components to support long-term maintainability
  • Support release and post-release activities, including deployments, versioning, monitoring, and maintenance

Client-Facing Development Collaboration

  • Collaborate with designers to implement interfaces aligned with design systems and usability standards
  • Partner with client stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions
  • Participate in technical design discussions across the full delivery lifecycle
  • Support project managers and sales partners with technical insights, estimates, and delivery planning

API Development Platform Integration

  • Build and maintain APIs that support mobile and browser-based clients
  • Integrate applications with databases and external systems using industry-standard patterns
  • Contribute to architectural discussions to ensure scalability, reliability, and alignment with business goals

Quality, Testing Engineering Excellence

  • Write and maintain unit and integration tests according to defined test plans
  • Participate in peer code reviews, providing constructive feedback and continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with QA and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently

Collaboration, Communication Mentorship

  • Attend and contribute to practice-level development meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions
  • Begin mentoring junior developers through pairing, code reviews, and technical guidance
  • Communicate clearly with teammates, stakeholders, and clients to align expectations

Community Engagement Continuous Improvement

  • Promote Robots Pencils through technical credibility and collaborative delivery
  • Explore innovative tools and approaches to improve engineering outcomes
  • Continuously refine skills while contributing to the growth of the engineering practice

Required Skills Experience

  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 4–6 years of professional software development experience delivering production applications
  • Strong experience with:
  • Java (backend development)
  • React (frontend development)
  • Solid understanding of software design patterns, development methodologies, and system architecture
  • Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle
  • Familiarity with modern engineering tools, including JavaScript, Node.js, Azure, Docker, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Strong testing experience, including unit testing and behavior-driven development

Tech Stack You Will Work With

  • Frontend: React, JavaScript, TypeScript
  • Backend: Java
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle
  • Cloud DevOps: AWS, Docker, CI/CD pipelines
  • Tooling: Git, modern IDEs, testing frameworks

Personal Attributes

  • Craftsmanship-Driven: Builds clean, reliable, and maintainable software
  • Collaborative Curious: Thrives in cross-functional environments and continuous learning
  • Solution-Oriented: Approaches challenges with clarity and pragmatism
  • Mentor-Minded: Supports the growth of teammates through guidance and feedback
  • Client-Centered: Aligns technical execution with business value
  • Adaptable: Comfortable navigating evolving requirements and technical landscapes

Why Join Robots Pencils?

At Robots Pencils, you’ll join a global team of engineers, designers, and strategists who care deeply about craftsmanship and human-centered design. You’ll work on meaningful projects that modernize platforms, solve complex problems, and create digital experiences that matter. If you enjoy building across the stack, collaborating with talented peers, and delivering software that is thoughtfully designed and built to last, we’d love to meet you.

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At Robots & Pencils, we are at the forefront of digital innovation, revolutionizing how businesses leverage technology to achieve transformative growth. Since our inception in 2009, we've embraced the then-contrarian view that mobile would be more impactful than the internet itself. This foresight has positioned us as a leader in a world of unprecedented technological acceleration. Our core philosophy blends the sciences with the humanities—the 'Robots' with the 'Pencils'—fusing deep platform expertise with a human-first approach to design and strategy. We empower our clients by developing consumer applications, transformative enterprise software, and pioneering education platforms. Our expertise extends to operationalizing frontier technologies like machine learning, bots, and conversational user interfaces, enabling organizations to gain early and distinct advantages to future-proof their operations.

Our approach is centered on creating a company designed to attract and retain exceptional talent, amassing a team of hyper-skilled individuals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and creating previously inconceivable products. We partner with clients, from startups to global enterprises, to unlock unknown potential through data intelligence and industry experience. We craft user interactions that delight and inspire, always prioritizing the human experience. Our industry-leading, in-house talent meticulously crafts each line of code, delivering on the boldest ideas. We've developed our own groundbreaking products, such as Missions (now Slack's Workflow Builder), and an AI-powered Q&A engine, showcasing our commitment to continuous innovation. By fostering a culture of ongoing experimentation through initiatives like our FunLabs, we ensure our team remains at the leading edge of technology, bringing that cutting-edge knowledge to elevate our clients' digital experiences and technological capabilities. We are dedicated to helping organizations navigate the complexities of the digital landscape, transforming their businesses and creating what's next.

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401K/RRSP matching

Provides 401K/RRSP matching.

Health & wellness events

Organizes health and wellness events.

R&P branded swag

Provides company branded merchandise.

Flexible work schedule

Prioritizes work-life balance with flexible hours.

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