Senior Frontend Engineer

Summary

Join iSpot.tv's growing Engineering team as a Senior Frontend Engineer. This role focuses on building and maintaining the front-end architecture for SaaS applications, requiring expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and a passion for creating scalable, performant user interfaces. You will lead development, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. iSpot.tv offers a competitive salary, benefits, and equity in a dynamic startup environment. The company supports a hybrid and flexible workplace, allowing for both in-office and remote work options depending on location and role. This is an opportunity to contribute to a successful company and work with modern technologies.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (6+ years) in front-end development using modern JavaScript frameworks, with a strong preference for React but open to candidates experienced in Angular or Vue.js
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Proven experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX, or Context API)
• Deep understanding of web performance optimization and responsive design principles
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and best practices
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress, or Playwright)
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex frontend applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, product, and backend engineering, to create seamless user experiences
• Drive front-end architectural decisions and best practices, ensuring maintainability and scalability
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, conducting code reviews and sharing knowledge
• Optimize web applications for performance, responsiveness, and accessibility
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and incorporate them into projects where relevant
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex front-end issues
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with server-side rendering frameworks (e.g., Next.js, Nuxt.js)
• Familiarity with micro-frontend architectures
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
• Experience with WebAssembly or other emerging web technologies
• Background in leading technical initiatives or projects

Benefits

• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth
• Equity in one of Seattle’s hottest start-ups
• Hybrid & Flexible Workplace Policy
• Stock options
• (pre-approved) overtime pay