Astucemedia

Tech / AI / Software

LeadFront&Back-EndDeveloper

Montreal, Quebec, Canada FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Lead Front & Back-End Developer at Astucemedia. Skills: Front-end Development, Back-end Development, Angular, Node. js, .NET Core, System Integration, Performance Optimization, People Leadership. Lead, coach, and inspire a team of 6 developers. Conduct 1-on-1s, manage performance, and foster a culture of excellence”

What You'll Achieve.

ensure the codebase remains robust, scalable, and follows industry best practices; guarantee zero-failure performance during high-pressure live broadcasts

Industry & Context.

Tech / AI / Software
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving mindset; Technical Problem Solving; resolve the most challenging technical debt and architectural bottlenecks

Eligibility Requirements

Occasionally travel to client sites (a few weeks per year) to oversee the integration and launch of major projects, candidate must be able to travel to US without restrictions, willingness to travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years in software development with a proven track record in leadership or Lead Tech roles, Ability to remain calm and focused while working with short deadlines and evolving project requirements, Deep understanding of Angular, HTML5, and CSS3, proficiency in Node. js/Express and C# /. NET Core, Solid grasp of API design (REST, GraphQL) and messaging protocols (AMQP, MQTT, WebSockets), Proficiency with Docker, Git, and schema validation, Exceptional communication, problem-solving mindset, and a willingness to travel, Proficiency in English

Nice to Have

bilingualism in French is a asset

What You'll Do.

and inspire a team of 6 developers

and foster a culture of excellence

Ensure technical feasibility and maintain a steady delivery pace

Actively write and maintain production-quality code for critical system components

Tackle complex features across the full stack

Perform rigorous code reviews

Ensure seamless integration between Angular web applications and Node. js /. NET Core backend services

Maintain end-to-end logic integrity

Optimize and troubleshoot real-time data streams and infrastructure

Guarantee zero-failure performance during high-pressure live broadcasts

Act as the 'tier-3' support for the team

Dive into the code to resolve the most challenging technical debt and architectural bottlenecks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working in a high-collaboration environment; partner closely with our Technical Project Manager (TPM) and Principal Architect; supported by Staff/Senior Developers in both Front-end and Back-end; TPM Partnership; In tandem with the Staff Dev and Senior Back-end, you perform rigorous code reviews; Take a hands-on approach to ensuring seamless integration

Communication Scope

Exceptional communication

Process & Methodology

maintain a steady delivery pace, even under tight production schedules

Full Job Description

Astucemedia is a global leader in innovative creative and software solutions for real-time data visualization on live TV, studios, museums, immersive experiences, and sports venues. Our software and services enhance augmented reality graphics, virtual sets, video walls, interactive apps, and on-screen overlays across television and digital platforms. We’re a team of passionate trailblazers who thrive on creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology—and we’re looking for someone who’s just as excited to shape the future with us. With our proprietary Data Platform software and plugins for real-time graphics engines by Vizrt, Unreal, and Unity, Astucemedia stands at the forefront of data-driven graphics for finance, sports, and elections. Our esteemed clients include ABC News/Disney, NBC Universal, Fox Sports, CBS Sports, beIN Sports, NFL Network, BNN Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, CBC, Radio-Canada, Sky News Arabia, Al Arabiya, Dubai TV, The Media Majlis Museum in Qatar, and Times Square. As a Lead Front & Back-End Developer at Astucemedia, you will bridge the gap between high-level architectural vision and daily execution. Working in a high-collaboration environment, you will partner closely with our Technical Project Manager (TPM) and Principal Architect, while being supported by Staff/Senior Developers in both Front-end and Back-end. This role requires a balanced 30/70 split between people management and technical oversight. You thrive in fast-paced environments, are comfortable meeting short, high-stakes deadlines typical of live television, and are ready to witness the impact of your work onsite when necessary. ## Qualifications Key Responsibilities 1. People Leadership & Delivery (30%) * Team Mentorship: Lead, coach, and inspire a team of 6 developers. Conduct 1-on-1s, manage performance, and foster a culture of excellence. * TPM Partnership: Work hand-in-hand with the Technical Project Manager to ensure technical feasibility and maintain a steady delivery p

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