Forward Creative is dedicated to shaping a more prosperous future for Atlantic Canada. By partnering with governments, non-profits, and ambitious businesses, we tackle complex challenges and transform bold ideas into lasting change.
Our mission is simple but powerful: to empower our clients to be a force for good. We provide the strategy, the people, and the tools needed to bring high-impact projects to life. Creativity and courage fuel everything we do—because that’s what it takes to drive growth, improve quality of life, and build momentum toward a brighter tomorrow.
We act with intention, leading initiatives from infrastructure and economic development to organizational transformation. But we don’t stop at strategy. Our work is grounded in a deep commitment to community well-being, uncompromising integrity, and a culture of inclusion.
At Forward Creative, we exist to turn vision into reality—and to build a stronger future for Atlantic Canada, one initiative at a time.
We’re hiring a Technology Specialist to join our growing digital team—someone who’s as comfortable building a beautiful website experience and setting up software. From websites to CRMs, you’ll help us take bold ideas and turn them into high-performing websites and platforms that move people, data, and organizations forward.
This role is for a developer and tech guru who sees technology as a tool that can be used to build, solve problems, and create systems that are as user-focused as they are technically sound.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of full-stack websites
Build and maintain clean, modular APIs for data transfer and workflow logic
Integrate AI tools and APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Google Cloud AI) to streamline and enhance digital user experiences
Plan and lead custom digital tool implementations (eg. CRMs) based on client needs
Implement platform and CMS customization (e.g. WordPress, Webflow, etc.)
Build internal automations and workflow tools that support service delivery, project tracking, and business operations
Translate design mockups into responsive, accessible, and performant web experiences
Bring micro-interactions and motion to the front end to elevate UX using tools like GSAP, Lottie, or Framer Motion
Work closely with strategists, designers, and project leads to define tech solutions from the early stage to deployment
Your Skills \& Experience
Proficient with full-stack WordPress website development using tools like Elementor
Familiarity with CMS customization and headless CMS architecture
Proficiency in JavaScript (React, Next.js, Node.js), HTML, CSS, and modern frontend frameworks
Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, Firebase, MongoDB)
Experience with AI or ML tool integration (OpenAI, Langchain, Claude, etc.)
Strong understanding of authentication, permissions, and security best practices
Experience working with a variety of digital tools to improve business functions in communication, project management, marketing tools, and more
What You Bring
4–6 years of full-stack development experience across full-stack environments
A builder’s mindset—you're driven by curiosity and excited to solve new types of technical challenges
Ability to balance creative flair with website performance and scalability
Clear, confident communication—especially when translating technical decisions for non-technical stakeholders
Flexibility and speed—you thrive in fast-paced, project-based environments with shifting client needs
Excitement for working on real-world tools, systems, and solutions that make a difference in people’s lives
Benefits
Health and dental coverage
Paid sick leave
Vacation
Commission Opportunity
Bonus structure based on performance and impact
Growth \& Learning
Onboarding and coaching from senior team leads
Professional Development Hours (PDH)
Purpose-driven work across government, community, and business sectors
We are a high-performing team with real opportunity for leadership and impact.
Be part of a collaborative, future-focused environment.
*Join Forward Creative Inc. today!*
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations to participate in our application process, please reach out to us at careers@forwardcreative.ca. We are here to assist you and ensure that you have the best possible experience.
We acknowledge that we are in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) Peoples first signed with the British Crown in 1725. We are all Treaty people.