Developer, Digital

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 qualityPrepare clean, reliable, and well-documented code that integrates securely with internal and third-party systems, using AI to accelerate scaffolding and error-handling patternsCode testable implementations and unit tests to support software quality, using AI to prepare test cases, boilerplate, and edge-case coverage for engineer reviewContribute to continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and support high-quality releases across web and mobilePrepare and maintain automated tests, and participate in code reviews to support maintainability and performance, using AI to pre-review PRs and prepare reviewer-ready summariesCollaborate with UX designers, QA engineers, and back-end developers to deliver cohesive, end-to-end solutions across web and mobile surfacesUse AI to investigate application performance and analyze issues (Firebase, Datadog, Dynatrace), and prepare fixes for incident response or after-hours support when neededParticipate in sprint planning, technical design discussions, and backlog refinement sessions, and use AI to accelerate ticket refinement and estimation preparationIdentify improvements to code, processes, or tooling to enhance reliability, security, and developer efficiency, and prepare validated approaches for team documentationInvestigate and research emerging AI-assisted development capabilities and prepare targeted prototypes that could benefit Porter's roadmapActively participate in Porter's Safety Management System (SMS) by reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations, and promote a culture of safetyBehavioural 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 NativeStrong knowledge of modern JavaScript/TypeScript and front-end development practicesExperience integrating applications with RESTful APIs and secure back-end servicesUnderstanding of software engineering principles such as OOP, design patterns, and modular architectureExposure to DevOps practices including version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated buildsExperience implementing test automation for web and/or mobile applicationsAwareness of secure coding practices and performance optimization techniquesWorking 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 outputEffective collaboration within cross-functional agile teamsStrong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skillsFamiliarity with native mobile development (Swift, Kotlin) or modern web frameworks (Next.Js, Remix) is an assetExperience working within a product operating model or supporting business stakeholders is an assetAviation industry experience is an assetLocation
Toronto Downtown Office (250 Yonge Street) #LI-HybridCompany Description
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.
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