Front End Development Manager

Front End Development Manager – LawDepot Join LawDepot, a fast‑growing Canadian company and a seven‑time Growth 500 ranked organization, as a Front End Development Manager. Our mission is to modernize legal document creation by empowering people with fast, easy‑to‑use solutions. Position Overview This full‑time, permanent role is within the Information Systems department. You will lead high‑performing software teams to deliver innovative features for our legal software platform, coach and mentor developers, oversee project delivery, and influence strategic direction. Work 37.5 hours per week with fully remote or hybrid options. Primary Responsibilities Manage Software Developers and Scrum Masters to create technical solutions that deliver an exceptional experience for millions of users while promoting growth and high performance Drive excellence by maintaining high‑quality standards in all aspects of development, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed expectations Mentor and guide the team through coaching, code reviews, and knowledge sharing to foster technical excellence Partner with Product Owners and stakeholders to develop high level strategy and deliver technical roadmaps Make architecture and technology selection decisions that align with business goals and long‑term scalability Partner with leadership on strategic planning, aligning development initiatives with broader business objectives Set team objectives, establish performance expectations, and conduct performance management to drive accountability and strong execution Manage project schedules, scope, work estimates, and ensure deliverables are on time and within budget Proactively identify and address obstacles while researching new tools and technologies to drive continuous improvement Leverage key performance metrics and analytics to optimize team efficiency and refine development strategies Plan future expansions and contribute to architecture guidance Collaborate with cross‑functional departments to determine business requirements and technical specifications Identify and manage technical debt, ensuring system scalability, performance, and reliability Knowledge and Skill Requirements Post‑secondary education in Computing Science or equivalent 2+ years of experience in a leadership‑oriented role 7+ years of experience in a Software Engineer or Developer role (preferred) Proven track record of successfully delivering technology projects, ensuring high‑quality and on‑time delivery Strong experience with TypeScript and JavaScript Experience with one of the latest JavaScript frameworks: Vue (preferred), Angular, React Deep understanding of front‑end architecture, performance optimization, accessibility, and UI/UX best practices Strong communication skills to engage employees, stakeholders, and senior management Proven ability to build, mentor, and lead high‑performing teams Strong business acumen, aligning technical solutions with company goals Experience managing people, projects, and processes, including resource allocation, team collaboration, and task prioritization Familiarity with Agile processes and tools like Azure Boards Exposure to our back‑end stack: C#, .NET 7+, SQL Server Additional technical knowledge (e.g., .NET Web APIs, Entity Framework Core) is an asset Experience with unit testing frameworks (Vitest, NUnit, xUnit, Selenium, Jest, MS Test) Experience exploring AI or other emerging technologies to enhance product capabilities Benefits Excellent total compensation package Comprehensive health and dental benefits, plus a Health Care Spending Account Great work‑life balance: 37.5‑hour work weeks, flexible schedules, ability to bank hours Three weeks paid vacation plus bonus personal days Continuous learning opportunities – LinkedIn Learning subscriptions and training budgets Company share plan Free catered lunches for the entire office Monthly social events (axe throwing, rock climbing, board games, food trucks, trivia, charity activities) Casual work environment Personal offices for focused work and collaborative spaces for meetings Free parking Convenient location – Southgate Mall, Whyte Ave, and Calgary Trail restaurants within minutes Hybrid working arrangements for flexible work/home balance How to Apply Apply online at https://www.lawdepot.ca/careers or submit your application through our Careers page at https://www.lawdepot.ca/career. We will contact only shortlisted candidates. Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industry: Legal Services Location: Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area #J-18808-Ljbffr