Staff Frontend Engineer

Summary

Join Roofr, a successful yet early-stage startup, as a Staff Frontend Engineer and make a significant impact on our technology roadmap. You will lead the evolution of our frontend architecture, contribute hands-on to project execution, and mentor senior engineers. We offer a dynamic, cross-functional team environment where innovation and high standards are prioritized. This role requires extensive experience in React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and frontend development, along with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Roofr provides a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, parental leave, and a remote-first culture.

Requirements

• 8+ years of software development experience, with a strong proficiency in React, JavaScript/TypeScript and Frontend build tools
• Strong understanding of application state management
• Strong knowledge of web performance optimization and best practices
• Experience with SCSS
• Experience with interacting with RESTful APIs
• Experience building Frontend testing and automation systems
• Demonstrated leadership in adopting agile methodologies, with a commitment to frequent and confident code deployment
• Expertise in deconstructing complex problems into manageable, incremental solutions, with a track record of strategic problem-solving
• Proven success in advocating for and implementing initiatives that enhance Engineering experiences and cultivate a progressive engineering culture
• A collaborative spirit, thriving in environments where mutual growth and support are prioritized among team members
• Exceptional ownership of product development, with a personal standard that aligns with producing high-quality, reliable work
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong appreciation for the importance of effective documentation in driving project clarity and success
• In-depth understanding of the unique challenges faced by early-stage companies, particularly in balancing immediate needs with long-term strategic goals

Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of Frontend architecture to enhance the scalability and efficiency of Roof’s systems
• Hands-on contributor, blending strategic oversight with direct involvement in project execution
• Influence the engineering culture in an early-stage company by promoting innovation and high standards in technical execution
• Mentor Senior engineers and collaborate with team members across disciplines to refine technical requirements and drive project success
• Design and implement robust, scalable web applications and develop frameworks and libraries to streamline future projects
• Champion the creation and maintenance of comprehensive suites of unit, functional, and acceptance tests to ensure software quality
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and optimize support strategies for production applications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with building Progressive Web Applications (PWAs)

Benefits

• 1st week of employment is mandatory PTO! Start your journey with Roofr by decompressing and recharging - we will see you in week 2!
• 1 Friday off per month (we call those our laundry days!)
• Company wide paid shutdown for the week between Christmas and New Years
• Flexible time off
• Medical, dental and vision insurance premiums for employees and their dependents
• Generous Parental Leave policy
• We host 2 retreats per year and great team building activities
• Ample learning and development opportunities to continue growing your career
• Home office setup stipend
• Remote first culture
• Weekly Friday paydays!