Senior Front End Developer

Summary

Join Waterplan, a Series A Y Combinator-backed Climate Tech startup, as a Senior Front-End Developer. You will lead front-end development, collaborating with design and back-end teams to create a seamless user experience. This role requires expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. You will mentor junior developers and stay updated on industry trends. Waterplan offers a remote working environment with unlimited PTO, a focus on diversity and inclusion, and the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of front-end experience, a relevant degree, and a passion for sustainability.

Requirements

• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong problem-solving attitude
• Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in front-end development, with a significant portion in a senior role
• Experience working in corporate or consulting environments, preferably within tech or SaaS companies
• Proven track record of leading front-end projects and delivering high-quality products
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Strong expertise in modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js using Typescript
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Familiarity with pre-processors like SASS or LESS, and CSS-in-JS libraries such as styled-components or similar frameworks
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and practices
• A genuine interest in sustainability, nature, and a deep passion for our mission

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Implement front-end components using frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate designs into interactive and functional user experiences
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and resolve any issues that arise
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the growth of the front-end team
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our platform remains cutting-edge

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with back-end technologies and how front-end integrates with them
• Knowledge of web performance optimization techniques
• Experience in the Climate Tech or environmental industry
• Experience in maintaining a design system and working with UI libraries such as Ant Design or similar

Benefits

• Remote working environment
• Unlimited PTO