Senior Frontend Engineer

Summary

Join OpenPhone's Productivity Squad and shape the future of AI-driven interfaces. You will design and implement real-time, interactive experiences powered by large language models (LLMs), focusing on building intuitive and high-performing AI interfaces. Collaborate closely with backend engineers to integrate LLM capabilities, optimizing frontend performance and pioneering UX patterns for streaming AI responses. Lead technical discussions and create solutions that push the boundaries of AI-powered applications. This role requires 5+ years of frontend development experience with React and TypeScript, expertise in real-time data handling, and strong state management skills. OpenPhone offers a competitive salary ($196,000 - $218,000 CAD), equity, extensive medical coverage, a monthly lifestyle stipend, and a flexible PTO policy.

Requirements

• 5+ years of frontend development experience with React and TypeScript
• Proven expertise in real-time data handling and crafting chat interfaces
• Strong background in state management for complex, real-time applications
• Experience with modern frontend build tools and testing frameworks such as Jest, Storybook, vitest, or Playwright
• Proficiency with modern frontend build tools and testing frameworks
• Demonstrated success optimizing web performance and delivering exceptional user experiences
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, especially in cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Build intuitive, real-time AI interfaces and interactive experiences that captivate users
• Design and implement streaming AI responses, optimizing for seamless UX patterns
• Enhance front-end performance to ensure smooth, real-time interactions with AI
• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate cutting-edge LLM capabilities
• Lead technical discussions to define best practices for AI-driven UI/UX development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with voice interfaces and WebRTC
• Familiarity with AI streaming optimization techniques
• Background in building real-time collaborative features
• Expertise in data visualization libraries
• Understanding of LLM capabilities and their constraints
• Knowledge of accessibility standards for AI interfaces
• Passion for animation and crafting delightful micro-interactions

Benefits

• The annual base salary range for this position is $196,000 - $218,000 CAD, plus equity and benefits
• Equity
• Extensive medical coverage
• A monthly lifestyle stipend
• A flexible PTO policy