2+ years of experience in web and/or mobile application development, preferably with React Native
Strong knowledge of modern JavaScript/TypeScript and front-end practices
Experience with RESTful APIs and secure back-end integrations
Understanding of software engineering principles like OOP and design patterns
Familiarity with DevOps practices, including version control and CI/CD pipelines
Experience in test automation for web and mobile applications
Proficiency in using AI-assisted engineering tools to enhance development efficiency
Responsibilities
Code and maintain features for React Native web and mobile applications using AI-assisted tools
Prepare clean, reliable, and well-documented code for secure integrations
Develop testable implementations and unit tests to ensure software quality
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and support high-quality releases
Maintain automated tests and participate in code reviews for performance
Collaborate with UX designers, QA engineers, and back-end developers for cohesive solutions
Investigate application performance and analyze issues using AI tools
Benefits
Hybrid work model with flexibility in location
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI-assisted development tools
Collaborative and agile team environment
Focus on continuous improvement and professional development
Engagement in safety management and a culture of safety
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Development and Delivery, the Developer, Digital is part of an agile software engineering team responsible for building and maintaining Porter's React Native web and mobile applications. This role supports the full application lifecycle from technical implementation through deployment and ongoing reliability, helping deliver a seamless digital experience for Porter customers and reinforcing the Flying Refined brand.
The Developer, Digital applies strong engineering fundamentals and AI-assisted development practices to build secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions across web, iOS, and Android from a shared React Native codebase, integrating with Porter's broader digital ecosystem.
Duties & Responsibilities
Code, prepare, and maintain features across Porter's React Native web and mobile applications (iOS, Android, and web), using AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude) to accelerate delivery while maintaining code quality
Prepare clean, reliable, and well-documented code that integrates securely with internal and third-party systems, using AI to accelerate scaffolding and error-handling patterns
Code testable implementations and unit tests to support software quality, using AI to prepare test cases, boilerplate, and edge-case coverage for engineer review
Contribute to continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and support high-quality releases across web and mobile
Prepare and maintain automated tests, and participate in code reviews to support maintainability and performance, using AI to pre-review PRs and prepare reviewer-ready summaries
Collaborate with UX designers, QA engineers, and back-end developers to deliver cohesive, end-to-end solutions across web and mobile surfaces
Use AI to investigate application performance and analyze issues (Firebase, Datadog, Dynatrace), and prepare fixes for incident response or after-hours support when needed
Participate in sprint planning, technical design discussions, and backlog refinement sessions, and use AI to accelerate ticket refinement and estimation preparation
Identify improvements to code, processes, or tooling to enhance reliability, security, and developer efficiency, and prepare validated approaches for team documentation
Investigate and research emerging AI-assisted development capabilities and prepare targeted prototypes that could benefit Porter's roadmap
Actively participate in Porter's Safety Management System (SMS) by reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations, and promoting a culture of safety
Behavioural Competencies
Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization's standards.
Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
Qualifications
2+ years of experience developing web and/or mobile applications, ideally with React Native
Strong knowledge of modern JavaScript/TypeScript and front-end development practices
Experience integrating applications with RESTful APIs and secure back-end services
Understanding of software engineering principles such as OOP, design patterns, and modular architecture
Exposure to DevOps practices including version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated builds
Experience implementing test automation for web and/or mobile applications
Awareness of secure coding practices and performance optimization techniques
Working proficiency using AI-assisted engineering tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, or similar) as part of daily workflow to accelerate code generation, refactoring, testing, and debugging, while maintaining validation of AI-generated output
Effective collaboration within cross-functional agile teams
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Familiarity with native mobile development (Swift, Kotlin) or modern web frameworks (Next.js, Remix) is an asset
Experience working within a product operating model or supporting business stakeholders is an asset
Aviation industry experience is an asset
Location
Toronto Downtown Office (250 Yonge Street) #LI-Hybrid
About Porter Airlines
Porter Airlines is a regional airline headquartered at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The airline operates scheduled flights to destinations in Canada and the United States. Porter Airlines was founded in 2006 and began operations in 2006. The airline has a fleet of 29 aircraft and serves 19 destinations. Porter Airlines is known for its high level of customer service and its commitment to sustainability. The airline has won numerous awards for its service and has been recognized for its environmental initiatives.
