Full Stack Developer (Web Applications & Systems Integration)

The Opportunity

Print and Cheques Now Inc. is seeking a capable, resourceful, and self-directed Full Stack Developer to join our team in Calgary.

This is a hands-on role focused on improving, stabilizing, and extending existing internal systems, while also building new features and integrations that support business operations and growth.

A significant portion of your work will involve learning and working within existing codebases, understanding how they function, and extending them in a practical, maintainable way.

You will be the only in-house developer, so the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and solve problems without constant direction is essential.

You will own how systems evolve over time — not just how tasks are completed.

What You Will Own

You are accountable for the performance, reliability, and evolution of our internal systems.

This includes:

Maintaining, understanding, and improving existing internal codebases
Developing new features using PHP, JavaScript, MySQL/MariaDB, Node.js / Next.js
Building and extending integrations with third-party platforms and APIs
Designing and implementing RESTful APIs
Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code
Troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing system performance
Translating business requirements into practical technical solutions
Reducing manual work through automation and improved system design
Creating structure where needed (documentation, workflows, playbooks, tutorials)
What Success Looks Like

Success in this role is measured by outcomes:

Systems are stable, reliable, and easier to maintain
Issues are identified and resolved proactively
Integrations function consistently and scale as needed
Manual processes are reduced or eliminated
New features are delivered with minimal rework
You operate independently and move work forward without bottlenecks
First 30/60/90 Days

First 30 Days

Learn core systems, workflows, and codebases
Set up development environment and begin contributing fixes/improvements
Identify key risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities
Days 30–60

Take ownership of active systems and tasks
Deliver meaningful improvements (performance, reliability, usability)
Build or improve at least one integration or internal tool
Days 60–90

Independently lead development of a meaningful improvement or feature
Reduce operational bottlenecks
Begin introducing improvements to structure, automation, or tooling
How We Work

We operate with a strong focus on ownership, outcomes, and independent problem-solving.

This role is not based on step-by-step instruction. You will be trusted to take a problem and move it forward.

In practice, this means:

You focus on delivering outcomes, not just completing tasks
You think through problems before escalating them
You bring solutions and recommendations, not just issues
When raising a problem, we expect:

1 - Problem: Clearly define the issue
3 - Options: Present viable solutions
1 - Recommendation: Recommend the best path forward

Working Environment & Expectations

You will be the only in-house developer
You will spend significant time working within existing production systems
You are expected to learn quickly and work independently
You will need to make decisions and take ownership of outcomes
You must be comfortable working with incomplete information and evolving requirements
Technical Environment

You will be working across a mixed environment including:

PHP (CodeIgniter)
JavaScript (Vanilla, Node.js, , jQuery, bootStrap)
Postman
SSH
MySQL / MariaDB
Ubuntu / Linux and Windows
GitHub (version control and collaboration)
Additional Responsibilities

Work within Ubuntu/Linux and Windows environments
Troubleshoot, bug fix releases in test environment before release
Manage GitHub repos and improve release structure
Manage tasks, priorities, and deadlines independently
Identify issues, propose solutions, and execute with minimal oversight
Provide occasional support for PC, printer, and network troubleshooting
Qualifications

Degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field
Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role
Strong proficiency in: PHP, MySQL / MariaDB, JavaScript (vanilla), Node.js, Next.js
Strong working knowledge of Ubuntu/Linux and Windows environments
Experience in Mac OS a bonus
Experience with GitHub and version control workflows
Strong understanding of REST API design and integrations
Experience integrating third-party APIs and systems
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
Must be able to commute to office in Calgary, AB
Nice to Have

Experience working with or maintaining legacy or custom-built systems
Familiarity with Windows Server, MacOS, ChromeOS, printer, and basic network troubleshooting
Experience with internal business systems, e-commerce platforms, or print workflows
Experience using AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot) in development workflows
Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs), including:
API integrations (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
Prompt engineering and structured outputs
Building AI-assisted features or automations
AI & Tooling Mindset

We support and encourage the use of AI tools (including LLMs) to:

Accelerate development
Improve efficiency
Solve real business problems
You are expected to use these tools responsibly while maintaining ownership of code quality and outcomes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $54,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Profit sharing
Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:

Linux: 1 year (preferred)
GitHub: 1 year (preferred)
LAMP (PHP) stack: 2 years (required)
AI: 1 year (required)
Node.js / Next.js: 1 year (required)
RESTful API: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Location:

Calgary, AB (required)
Work Location: In person