Full Stack Developer
At Forward Creative, we help organizations shape their message and lead with confidence. Rooted in Atlantic Canada and working nationally, we specialize in delivering clear, strategic, and creative communications that drive trust and growth—for governments, small businesses, and community change-makers.
We’re hiring a Full Stack Developer to join our growing digital team—someone who’s as comfortable building a beautiful front-end experience as they are crafting clean, scalable architecture behind the scenes. From AI integrations to custom dashboards, API development to workflow automation, you’ll help us take bold ideas and turn them into high-performing platforms that move people, data, and organizations forward.
This role is for a developer who sees code as craft—who can build, solve, and create systems that are as user-focused as they are technically sound.
Key Responsibilities:
– Lead the development of full-stack web applications—both client-facing and internal platforms
– Build and maintain clean, modular APIs for data transfer and workflow logic
– Integrate AI tools and APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Google Cloud AI) to streamline and enhance digital user experiences
– Develop custom dashboards, admin panels, and reporting interfaces based on client needs
– Implement platform and CMS customization (e.g. WordPress, Webflow, etc.)
– Build internal automations and workflow tools that support service delivery, project tracking, and business operations
– Translate design mockups into responsive, accessible, and performant web experiences
– Bring micro-interactions and motion to the front end to elevate UX using tools like GSAP, Lottie, or Framer Motion
– Work closely with strategists, designers, and project leads to define tech solutions from the early stage to deployment
Your Skills & Experience:
– Proficiency in JavaScript (React, Next.js, Node.js), HTML, CSS, and modern frontend frameworks
– Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, Firebase, MongoDB)
– Experience with AI or ML tool integration (OpenAI, Langchain, Claude, etc.)
– Familiarity with CMS customization and headless CMS architecture
– Strong understanding of authentication, permissions, and security best practices
– Comfortable working in Git-based environments and deploying via services like Vercel, Netlify, or AWS
– A strong portfolio or GitHub of recent builds and custom projects
What You Bring:
– 4–6 years of development experience across full-stack environments
– A builder’s mindset—you’re driven by curiosity and excited to solve new types of technical challenges
– Ability to balance creative flair with code performance and scalability
– Clear, confident communication—especially when translating technical decisions for non-technical stakeholders
– Flexibility and speed—you thrive in fast-paced, project-based environments with shifting client needs
– Excitement for working on real-world tools, systems, and solutions that make a difference in people’s lives
Benefits:
– Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities
– Health and dental benefits
– Paid sick leave
– Flexible work environment (Nova Scotia-based)
Growth & Learning:
– Onboarding and coaching from senior team leads
– Professional development and continuous training
– Purpose-driven work across government, community, and business sectors.
– Remote work with flexibility and autonomy – Must be in Nova Scotia
We are a growing team with opportunity for growth. Be part of a Collaborative & Supportive Environment.
Join Forward Creative Inc. today!