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Software Engineer II, Full Stack – Hiring Assistant (Hybrid)

HomebaseTorontoEngineering
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Salary
$110K - $130K CAD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
1 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Homebase is hiring a full-time Software Engineer II, Full Stack for their Hiring Assistant team in Toronto with hybrid work options. This position is ideal for developers with over two years of experience who want to build artificial intelligence tools that simplify hiring for small businesses.

Role Overview

The Full Stack Software Engineer II joins the Hiring Assistant department to build agentic workflows that transform how small business owners find, screen, and onboard candidates. This high-impact position involves shaping product architecture and creating scalable systems. Professionals who enjoy operating autonomously in fast-paced environments will thrive in this group.

Key Responsibilities

Build scalable full-stack features from initial concept through production deployment using React and Ruby on Rails.
Develop systems that power artificial intelligence hiring features such as candidate screening, matching, and workflow automation.
Integrate large language models, AI agents, and automation frameworks to boost product capabilities and team efficiency.
Collaborate closely with product management, design, and data science teams to deliver fast, reliable results.
Guide technical decisions involving system design, application performance, and overall scalability.
Boost engineering speed through modern tooling, experimentation, and AI-powered development workflows.
Advocate for high code quality, robust testing, and strong execution standards across the engineering group.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of professional full-stack engineering experience, with a strong preference for Ruby on Rails and React.
Demonstrated ability to design, build, and deliver complex software systems end-to-end.
Solid background working with application programming interfaces, distributed systems, and relational databases like PostgreSQL.
Proven capability to retool daily workflows using artificial intelligence and accurately measure the resulting impact.
Practical experience or strong curiosity regarding large language models, autonomous AI agents, and automation tooling.
Strong product sense focused on building practical solutions for real-world users.
Comfort operating with high velocity and ownership within ambiguous settings.
Availability to collaborate in the Toronto office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays as part of the hub-based hybrid policy.

Nice to Have

Prior experience building products centered around artificial intelligence or workflow automation.
Background working in human resources, hiring platforms, or online marketplaces.
Exposure to event-driven architectures or microservices.

Skills and Tools

React
Ruby on Rails
LLMs and AI Agents
Relational Databases (PostgreSQL)
APIs and Distributed Systems

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary ranging from $110,000 to $130,000 CAD.
Stock options and retirement savings plans with a 4% company match.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health coverage for employees and dependents.
Flexible paid time off, company holidays, and designated focus periods.
Paid access to artificial intelligence tools without strict limitations.
Parental leave employment insurance top-up support after completing six months of service.
Work From Anywhere Month and meeting-free annual weeks.
Life insurance along with short-term and long-term disability protection plans.
Workspace perks featuring provided meals, team offsites, and customer days.

About the Company

Homebase provides an all-in-one application designed for hourly teams and local businesses, offering tools for scheduling, time tracking, payroll, communication, and human resources. Over 150,000 small businesses currently rely on the platform to simplify their daily operations. The organization values customer obsession, fast learning, ownership, craftsmanship, and winning together as a cohesive team.

How to Apply

Visit the official Homebase careers page to submit your application for this position.

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Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for this role?

The annual salary for the Software Engineer II position ranges from $110,000 to $130,000 CAD.

Where is this job located?

The role is based in Toronto with a hybrid schedule that requires working in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

What technology stack does Homebase use for this position?

The engineering team primarily builds applications using React for the frontend and Ruby on Rails for the backend, alongside large language models and PostgreSQL databases.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have at least 2 years of full stack engineering experience.

What benefits are included with employment?

Benefits include stock options, retirement plan matching, medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible paid time off, parental leave top-ups, and paid AI tool access.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Homebase careers page.

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