Remote Technical Animator Jobs in Toronto, ON (NOW HIRING)

Saatchi & Saatchi is an advertising agency with the belief that creativity, data, media and technology should all work together, and we use that to influence human behavior and drive success for clients. S&S is one of the world's largest agency networks with 114 offices and more than 6000 employees globally. Here in our Toronto office we work with some of the countries most valued brands including Toyota, Buckley's, and Children's Advil, as well as several under the Mondelez banner (Crispers, Oreo, and Chips Ahoy just to name a few). We're an award winning agency in both creativity and effectiveness, so it's really important for us here to convert that innovation and the great ideas into real tangible business results for the organization.

We are looking for a Front End Developer for an innovative new AI initiative. This is a full-time, permanent position starting immediately.You should have +6 years of experience creating modern, accessible web applications. You are passionate about crafting intuitive user experiences that work for everyone. You stay current with front-end trends and have a keen eye for design implementation. 

• Build responsive, accessible user interfaces for an enterprise platform. 

• Implement pixel-perfect designs from Figma mockups using React and TypeScript. 

• Develop reusable component libraries that prioritize accessibility and maintainability. 

• Collaborate with UX designers to refine user flows and interaction patterns. 

• Ensure WCAG 2.1 AA compliance across all front-end components. 

• Integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs and real-time data services. 

• Optimize application performance, including lazy loading, code splitting, and caching strategies. 

• Participate in code reviews and contribute to front-end architecture decisions. 

• +6 years of professional experience in front-end development. 

• Expert knowledge of React, including hooks, context, and state management (Redux, Zustand, or similar). 

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+). 

• Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles. 

• Experience with CSS-in-JS solutions (Styled Components, Emotion) or Tailwind CSS. 

• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and assistive technologies. 

• Experience with front-end testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress). 

• Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD. 

• Experience with Git version control and pull request workflows. 

• Understanding of RESTful API consumption and async data handling. 

Required Soft Skills 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. 

• Excellent collaboration skills for working with designers and backend developers. 

• Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative. 

• Strong communication skills for articulating technical concepts. 

• Passion for creating inclusive, accessible user experiences. 

• Adaptable and eager to learn new tools and technologies. 

Nice to Have 

• Experience with Next.js or other React meta-frameworks. 

• Knowledge of animation libraries (Framer Motion, GSAP). 

• Experience with component documentation tools (Storybook). 

• Familiarity with headless CMS platforms. 

• Experience with progressive web app (PWA) development. 

• Understanding of SEO best practices. 

• Fully remote position; candidates must already be based in Canada and have legal work authorization in the country.
• Competitive annual vacation program, enhanced between Christmas and New Year's when our offices are closed.
• Extended statutory holidays (we give you the Mondays and Fridays of provincial holidays so you can enjoy long 4-day weekends!).
• 10 personal/sick days per year
• "Work Your World" program, allowing you to work remotely for up to 6 weeks in any country where we have an office (50+ countries).
• Comprehensive group insurance benefits (medical and dental care, vision care, psychological and paramedical services, disability insurance, fertility support, and gender-affirming care).
• Internal support and guidance program for cancer, fertility, and gender transition.

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$125,000 per year, based on experience, skills, and relevant certifications. We believe in pay transparency and are committed to offering competitive, market-aligned compensation.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.

Saatchi is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from all interested parties. Accommodations are available, upon request, for all stages of the interview and employment process for those with a disability or medical need during any stage of the recruitment process.