Lead Frontend Engineer
$100,000 - $160,000
Full time - On-site
Denver, Colorado
I am working with an exciting venture-backed startup, who build autonomous solutions for the space industry.
Specializing in cutting-edge satellite technology & solutions, they offer a range of innovative products designed to enhance satellite operations and improve the management of satellite fleets.
These solutions help satellite operators and organizations in the space industry optimize their resources, streamline their processes, and ultimately achieve greater efficiency and performance. Their products cover areas such as satellite tracking, data management, and communication, enabling their clients to better monitor and control their satellite assets. Their technology plays a crucial role in advancing satellite operations and contributing to the ongoing development of space exploration and communication.
Position Summary:
You have full command of TypeScript, Next.js/React (In a functional paradigm usage), SCSS, and Node.js. Wrong typography, inconsistent margins, long load-times, and non-memoized React components keep you up at night. You take pride in creating interfaces that are not just functional but delightfully precise and intuitive to use. You are a quick learner who is open to feedback and eager to develop your skills. You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with others and contributing to a positive team environment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Directly and consistently contribute to the codebase with an obsessive attention to detail, ensuring every pixel, margin, and interaction adheres to design and performance standards.
- Collaborate with designers to translate complex workflows into intuitive, error-free user experiences
- Implement and enforce methods and processes that ensure delivery consistency and accuracy prescribed by designers
- Regularly review and refine UI/UX implementations to ensure perfection, from typography alignment to seamless component interactions.
- Coordinate uncertain and on-going design improvements with other engineers
- Lead and mentor other engineers in balancing performance, code-hygiene, and delivery times.
- Always be willing to learn industry-specific material.
Key Requirements:
- Expert in JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, SCSS, REST APIs, and functional-paradigm-usage of React or Next.js.
- Ample experience in working with software designers and related tooling (I.e., Figma, Figjam, After Effects)
- Familiarity with IBM Carbon design system, Python, Supabase, and/or WASM is a huge plus.
- Understanding of 3D geometry and geospatial mathematical concepts, and experience utilizing geospatial rendering libraries like Cesium or DeckGL is highly desired.
- Basic knowledge of cloud computing, preferably AWS (internships or academic projects acceptable)
- Understanding of software containerization and orchestration (Docker and Kubernetes preferred)
- Basic knowledge of software test methodologies
- Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases
- Comfortable working in a Mac environment
Compensation & Benefits:
- Total compensation for this role is base salary + company equity
- Colorado base salary range: $100,000 - $160,000
- Great health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401k
- Lunch catered weekly for the Colorado office
- Opportunity to have an impact on a global scale for space sustainability
