Senior Web Developer

Summary

Join TextNow, the nation's largest free phone service provider, in our mission to democratize communication! We are seeking an experienced Web Developer to build high-performance, scalable voice and messaging web applications. You will design, develop, and maintain our platform, collaborating with a talented team. This role requires expertise in Javascript, HTML, CSS, and web frameworks like React or Marionette. You will work with real-time communication protocols and optimize app performance. Your work will directly impact millions of users. We offer a strong work-life blend, flexible work arrangements, competitive pay and benefits, and a supportive culture.

Requirements

• Be a professional Web developer with 5+ years of experience with web app development
• Have experience in Javascript, HTML and CSS, with a deep understanding of web frameworks (React, Marionette)
• Have knowledge of desktop notifications and managing network connections for real-time updates
• Have familiarity with modern web development tools, Instruments, and the debugging process
• Have understanding of user experience (UX) principles, with the ability to design elegant, simple solutions for complex problems
• Have experience with automated testing frameworks (Unit, UI, Integration testing)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain a high-quality Web application focused on voice and messaging features (voice calling, chat, real-time notifications, etc.)
• Write clean, maintainable and testable Web applications in Javascript using the latest programming techniques and frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Work with real-time communication protocols, such as WebRTC, SIP, and related messaging and voice frameworks
• Optimize app performance to ensure smooth voice and messaging functionality, including audio quality, latency, and bandwidth usage
• Troubleshoot and debug issues related to performance, crashes, and other bugs, ensuring a smooth and stable user experience
• Own problems and solutions end-to-end, from ideation to deployment
• Experimentation is a key part of your workflow; be data-driven and make the right decisions for our customers
• Deploy your features to millions of users - your work will have an immediate impact

Preferred Qualifications

Have experience with real-time communication protocols and technologies like WebRTC, SIP, or similar

Benefits

• Strong work life blend
• Flexible work arrangements (wfh, remote, or access to one of our office spaces)
• Employee Stock Options
• Unlimited vacation
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Parental leave
• Benefits for both physical and mental well being (wellness credit and L&D credit)
• We travel a few times a year for various team events, company wide off-sites, and more