Frontend Architect

Summary

Join Steer, a leader in automotive repair software, as a hands-on Frontend Architect to lead the evolution of our user interfaces and frontend infrastructure. You will define and drive the frontend architectural vision, establish coding standards, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and champion reusable components. This role offers a blend of technical leadership and hands-on development, allowing you to shape best practices and build exceptional user experiences. The position can be remote (East Coast US) or hybrid in Waltham, MA. Steer provides a collaborative and innovative work culture with opportunities for career growth and development. We offer comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical insurance, flexible PTO, and generous parental leave.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional frontend development experience, with at least 2+ years in a technical leadership or architectural role
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with React JS and the React ecosystem
• Solid grasp of HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like Sass/LESS), and core JavaScript (ES6+) / Typescript
• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable and maintainable frontend architectures (e.g., component-based architecture, state management patterns, module federation, micro-frontends)
• Proficiency with frontend build tools (Webpack, Vite, Parcel), package managers (npm, yarn), version control (Git), and testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
• Excellent communication and English fluency, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor other engineers

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the frontend architectural vision and strategy for Steer’s products
• Establish and enforce frontend coding standards, best practices, and guidelines to ensure high-quality, consistent, and maintainable code across the team
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate requirements into robust frontend solutions
• Mentor and educate other frontend engineers on new technologies, architectural patterns, and best practices
• Champion scalable and reusable frontend components and libraries that bridge between the design system and customer experience

Preferred Qualifications

• SaaS experience
• Familiarity with backend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Python, Ruby)
• Understanding of UI/UX design principles
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment methodologies

Benefits

• 100% employer paid medical insurance
• Flexible PTO with 15 days minimum
• FSA and HSA options
• Generous Parental Leave
• 401k
• Learning Stipend
• WFH Equipment
• Chance to work with the latest technology
• A collaborative and innovative work culture
• Opportunities for career growth and development