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Staff Backend Software Engineer - Developer Experience

SeniorFull-timeRemoteBrisbane QLD, AustraliaInformation technologyProductSoftware engineeringPosted 6 months ago
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About the job

This job is about joining a dynamic team at Canva that is redefining how the world experiences design through innovative SDKs and APIs. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will play a vital role in driving engineering strategy and ensuring exceptional developer experiences. The team thrives on collaboration and creativity, empowering each member to contribute to exciting projects that impact developers globally.

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Leading SDK and API design

Leading the design and implementation of AI-powered SDKs and platform APIs that empower developers to rapidly build, test, and deploy high-quality apps that integrate seamlessly with Canva.
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Driving innovation in SDK tooling

Driving innovation in SDK tooling by leveraging LLMs and model-centric architectures to enable intelligent scaffolding, type-safe interfaces, interactive docs, and in-editor code suggestions.
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Championing automation-first principles

Championing automation-first principles across the SDK lifecycle—reducing friction through self-documenting APIs, automated changelogs, upgrade guidance, and sandboxed environments.

What we're looking for

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SDK or API platform leadership experience

Proven experience leading SDK or API platforms in developer ecosystems.

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Experience with LLMs

Demonstrated experience using LLMs to enhance developer tools.

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Proficiency in TypeScript or Python

Strong skills in TypeScript and/or Python for SDK development.

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SDK or API platform leadership experience
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Experience with LLMs
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Proficiency in TypeScript or Python
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Background in developer relations
Experience in API advocacy or platform enablement for developers.

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Collaboration in cross-functional teams
Experience thriving in collaborative environments with diverse teams.

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