Senior Full Stack Developer (Python, Vue.js & GCP)

Location: Remote, Canada Contract Duration: 12 months Compensation: CAD $52–55/hour About the Role Aequilibrium (AEQ) is a digital consulting and implementation company that partners with organizations to design and deliver modern technology solutions. We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Developer to join our team for a 12-month client engagement focused on modernizing legacy systems and delivering scalable, secure, cloud-native digital services. In this role, you will contribute to front-end and back-end development, API integrations, cloud infrastructure, and automated delivery pipelines. You will collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams, participate in technical design decisions, and provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to internal client teams. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain modern full-stack web applications using Python, Flask, Vue.js, Nuxt, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Build responsive, accessible user interfaces using HTML5, modern CSS/SCSS, and contemporary front-end development practices. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using Python 3.13, Flask, SQLAlchemy, and Alembic. Design and implement event-driven integrations using GCP Pub/Sub and CloudEvents. Implement secure authentication and authorization using Keycloak and JWT. Develop and maintain PostgreSQL databases hosted on Google Cloud SQL, including schema design, migrations, and performance optimization. Build and deploy containerized microservices using Docker and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Implement and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Google Cloud Build. Develop automated unit and integration tests using pytest and Vitest. Implement and manage feature flags using LaunchDarkly. Collaborate with product managers, architects, UX/UI designers, business analysts, and developers to deliver high-quality solutions. Participate in Agile ceremonies, technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture planning. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to internal development teams. Create and maintain technical documentation, including API specifications, deployment procedures, and development guidelines. Required Qualifications 5+ years of professional software development experience , including hands-on full-stack development. Strong experience with Python and Flask for backend application development. Hands-on experience with SQLAlchemy and Alembic for database operations and migrations. Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and modern CSS/SCSS. Experience with Vue 2 and Vue 3, including class components, Pinia, and Nuxt 3. Experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs, including JSON Schema. Practical experience with Google Cloud Platform, particularly Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Build. Experience with PostgreSQL, including data modelling, query optimization, and database migrations. Experience building microservices and containerized applications using Docker. Experience implementing automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Cloud Build. Familiarity with event-driven architectures and asynchronous messaging using GCP Pub/Sub and CloudEvents. Experience with authentication and authorization solutions such as Keycloak and JWT. Experience implementing automated testing using pytest and Vitest. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working in Agile development environments. Nice to Have Experience with LaunchDarkly or similar feature flag management platforms. Experience modernizing legacy applications or migrating systems to cloud-native architectures. Experience working on large-scale government or public-sector digital transformation projects. Experience with OpenAPI specifications and API-first development. Experience providing technical mentorship and knowledge transfer to client teams. Project Environment You will contribute to a large-scale digital modernization initiative focused on replacing legacy registry systems with modern, secure, and scalable digital services. The project leverages cloud-native architecture, microservices, modern front-end frameworks, and automated delivery practices within Google Cloud Platform. You will work closely with a cross-functional Agile team, including software developers, solution architects, product managers, UX/UI designers, and business analysts. The role requires a collaborative, hands-on developer who can contribute to both application development and cloud-based delivery processes while supporting long-term maintainability and knowledge transfer. About Aequilibrium Aequilibrium (AEQ) is a digital consulting and innovation services firm focused on strategy, experience design, and technology . Through AEQ Innovate , we explore and build next-generation solutions using XR, AI, and immersive technologies to elevate employee training, onboarding, and human-centered experiences. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by crafting remarkable experiences . Learn more at aequilibrium.com .