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Team Lead (TypeScript / Node.js)

Remote
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
$150,000 - $170,000/year
Senior Level
Full-Time

About the role

About our client

Our client is a premier, award-winning InsurTech company that is completely redefining commercial insurance for businesses through a digital-first platform. Recognized repeatedly by Deloitte as one of the fastest-growing technology companies, they combine cutting-edge software with deep domain expertise to simplify complex workflows. They foster an inclusive, remote-first culture rooted in ownership, continuous learning, and innovation—complete with regular hackathons and well-defined professional growth tracks.

Key Note & Application Instructions

TO APPLY, send your current CV directly to SHERYL.SAN.LORENZO@RANDSTADDIGITAL.COM. Please note: Due to high application volumes, only candidates who meet the outlined requirements will be contacted for further discussion.

Role Overview

The Team Lead, Engineering will spearhead the Accounts Tooling and Automation Team, which is dedicated to building and enhancing core digital platform tools that empower the internal sales organization. Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, you will play a critical role in scaling application solutions while balancing hands-on technical contributions with leadership. Over your first 6–12 months, your mission will be to mentor and coach your developers into a high-performing team, collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering leaders, and guide the architecture through complex technical milestones.

Main Responsibilities

Coach and mentor team members to foster a highly collaborative, self-organizing, and cross-functional engineering environment. Collaborate with leadership and engineering managers to set team goals, align on best practices, and establish clear performance metrics using frameworks like OKRs. Partner with Product Managers and stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into clear, actionable technical tasks that the development team can accurately estimate. Design and build scalable, user-friendly systems and in-house tooling using modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystem tech stacks. Review technical code and contribute directly to development efforts while driving architectural decisions and defining software tradeoffs. Implement monitoring strategies and contingency plans for platform areas heavily integrated with third-party vendors. Identify growth areas for your direct reports, conducting regular performance reviews and ensuring continuous technical and leadership development.

Must-have required skills and experience

Professional Experience: 7+ years of work experience in a software engineering or development capacity. Leadership Experience: 2+ years of dedicated experience managing, coaching, and mentoring other developers on a product team. Core Technical Stack: 5–8 years of deep expertise with TypeScript and Node.js. Ecosystem Proficiency: Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, AWS, Microservices, Micro-Frontends, Queues, Caches, REST APIs, gRPC, and WebSockets. Leadership Methodologies: Practical experience utilizing goal-setting frameworks (e.g., OKRs, SMART goals) and managing performance. Education: University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical program (or equivalent verified work experience).

Nice-to-have skills

Conceptual understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerization (Kubernetes), and advanced cloud monitoring/alerting. Experience utilizing JavaScript tooling and frameworks like NestJS, React, Jest, NX, and WebPack. Familiarity working with dynamic rendering engines and executing data-backed A/B testing.

Logistics & Compensation

Location/Work Mode: Fully Remote (Remote-first setup within Canada) Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000 base salary + 10% annual discretionary bonus

About Celerity - now Randstad Digital

Business Consulting and Services

Welcome to Randstad Digital Advisory, formerly known as Celerity. In 2017, Randstad acquired Celerity, and over the last two years, we've been forging a strong partnership with Randstad's technology operating company. In August, we proudly teamed up with them to launch Randstad Digital. We're thrilled to announce that we've made the decision to fully integrate, with Celerity becoming the Advisory Services arm of Randstad Digital. This exciting evolution brings us a global presence, a growing client base, and increased resources, as well as the opportunity to provide valuable advisory services to Randstad’s clients.

💡 Our Mission Randstad Digital Advisory is your trusted digital enablement and consulting partner. We specialize in accelerating transformation for businesses by delivering tailored strategies, innovative solutions, and strategic partnerships that unlock the full potential of your business objectives. We firmly believe that it's no longer a question of whether your organization should embrace digitalization but how quickly you can operationalize your strategy to gain a competitive advantage.

🔧 What We Do Our expert teams in IT Strategy, Customer Experience, Operational Excellence, and Enterprise Agility are dedicated to facilitating digital transformation across every facet of your organization. From reshaping customer engagement to optimizing internal processes and harnessing the power of data for future insights, we're here to guide you every step of the way. Our approach is built on everyday innovation, resulting in lasting results achieved in months, not years, so your business can thrive in today's ever-changing environment.

🌐 Learn More Discover how Randstad Digital Advisory can help you thrive in the digital era. Visit our website for more information: www.randstaddigital.com/expertise/advisory-services

Join us on this exciting journey of transformation, and let's shape the future of your business together!

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