Sr. Full-Stack Developer, AI Design-to-Dev

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Toronto, ON, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Lead rapid concept-to-production work using AI design tools and modern full-stack frameworks. Build accessible, performant frontends and robust backends, implement APIs, auth, caching, and databases, and collaborate with designers and AI builders to maintain design systems and deliver production-ready applications.
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About us

Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services. We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and serve as foundations for future growth.  Bold ambition. Practical action. Endless possibilities.

About the Role

As a Full-Stack Developer / AI Design-to-Dev, you'll transform business ideas into production-ready applications using cutting-edge AI design tools and modern full-stack frameworks. With a strong bias toward frontend development, you specialize in the critical early stages—from concept through pre-totype to prototype—where design systems meet AI-augmented development. You're an expert at leveraging tools like v0.dev, bolt.new, and Lovable to rapidly generate components, then building out the complete stack to meet enterprise standards for accessibility, performance, responsive design, and scalability. You must be able to think fast, work outside the box, and have a passion for pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve. You will join a team that thrives on experimentation, moving at a rapid pace from initial concepts through prototypes to production-ready applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Rapidly transform concepts into interactive prototypes using v0.dev, bolt.new, Lovable, and similar AI design tools.
  • Build full-stack applications from prototype to production, with emphasis on frontend excellence and solid backend foundations.
  • Ensure all components align with existing design systems (design tokens, color palettes, typography, spacing) and brand guidelines.
  • Develop production-ready UI components using modern frameworks (React.js, Vue.js, Nuxt.js) with best practices for accessibility, performance, and responsive design.
  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services using platforms like Supabase to support frontend functionality.
  • Work with databases (SQL and NoSQL) to manage application data efficiently.
  • Implement authentication, caching strategies, and optimize application performance across the stack.
  • Collaborate with UX Designers, AI Builders, and Innovation Leads throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Utilize GitHub Spec-kit and/or Open Spec to streamline development workflows and maintain specification standards.
  • Leverage Figma and design system tooling to maintain component libraries and streamline design-dev handoff.
  • Document design decisions and technical implementation in Jira as part of the ticket-driven workflow.

Qualification

  • 6+ years in full-stack development with strong frontend expertise in modern UI frameworks (React.js, Vue.js, Nuxt.js). Bonus points if you have experience working in a startup or rapid prototyping environment.
  • Proven experience with PHP and Python.
  • Desired experience with NodeJS and Express.
  • Proven hands-on experience with AI design tools such as v0.dev, bolt.new, Lovable, or similar platforms.
  • Experience with Spec driven development like GitHub Spec-kit and Open Spec.
  • Experience with workflow automation platforms such as N8N.
  • Strong track record of delivering production-grade full-stack applications.
  • Solid understanding of backend development, including API design (REST, GraphQL), server-side logic, and database management.
  • Experience with platforms like Supabase for rapid backend development and both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
  • Proficiency with authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT) and security best practices.
  • Understanding of caching strategies, performance optimization, and scalability patterns.
  • Deep understanding of design systems, design tokens, and component-driven development.
  • Expert-level proficiency with Figma, including design system management and component libraries.
  • Experience with CSS frameworks (e.g. TailwindCSS) and modern styling approaches.
  • Strong collaboration and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with TypeScript and modern JavaScript/ES6+ features.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and deployment workflows.
  • A portfolio showcasing full-stack applications you've built, including work with design systems and AI design tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for innovation.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What Appnovation Offers

  • Challenging and rewarding work with real impact
  • Growth opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Exposure to exciting projects and high-profile clients
  • Supportive work environment with access to company leaders
  • Hybrid working model

Here are a few more reasons why you should apply:

  • Work-life Balance
  • Lots of opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Health Benefits Package
  • Mental Health Support
  • Personal Days Off
  • Fertility and Menopause Leave
  • Fitness Allowance
  • D,E&I Initiatives
  • And much more...
 

Thank you for your interest in a career with Appnovation Technologies! Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
At Appnovation, we recognize that diverse teams are the strongest teams. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is not only something that we embrace - we celebrate it! We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, lived experiences and industries to apply. Come join us at Appnovation, and learn more about how we stay true to our company values as we build better lives through better digital.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

Skills Required

  • 6+ years full-stack development with strong frontend expertise in React.js, Vue.js, Nuxt.js
  • Proven experience with PHP
  • Proven experience with Python
  • Desired experience with NodeJS and Express
  • Hands-on experience with AI design tools (v0.dev, bolt.new, Lovable or similar)
  • Experience with spec-driven development (GitHub Spec-kit, Open Spec)
  • Experience with workflow automation platforms such as N8N
  • Proven track record delivering production-grade full-stack applications
  • Backend development experience including REST and GraphQL API design and server-side logic
  • Experience with Supabase
  • Experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases
  • Proficiency with authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT) and security best practices
  • Understanding of caching strategies, performance optimization, and scalability patterns
  • Deep understanding of design systems, design tokens, and component-driven development
  • Expert-level proficiency with Figma and design system management
  • Experience with CSS frameworks (e.g., TailwindCSS) and modern styling approaches
  • Experience with TypeScript and modern JavaScript/ES6+ features
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and deployment workflows
  • Portfolio showcasing full-stack applications, design systems, and AI design tool work
  • Document technical implementation in Jira as part of ticket-driven workflow
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The Company
HQ: Vancouver
372 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Inspiring Possibility Appnovation is a full service digital consultancy with experience and capacity to meet the needs of even the largest most complex of organizations in the world. Our services portfolio enables us to offer clients the best of experiences when working with our teams so as to make sure we keep the focus on their needs, customers and delivering tangible value to the business. End to end services; endless ideas.

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