Senior Front End Engineer

Job description

Who are we? At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries. What will you contribute? We are seeking a Senior Front-End Engineer to design and develop customer-facing AI chatbot experiences and modern front-end applications. In this role, you will contribute to complex UI implementations, help shape front-end standards and best practices, and partner closely with Product, UX, and Backend/AI teams to deliver scalable, high-quality conversational experiences. Responsibilities & Deliverables: Design and implement customer-facing chatbot UIs and front-end applications using React and Next.js Contribute to front-end architecture decisions to support scalability, performance, and long-term maintainability Build and evolve reusable component libraries and front-end patterns aligned with UX and branding standards Integrate front-end applications with backend APIs and AI/LLM-driven services Proactively identify and resolve performance, accessibility, and cross-browser issues Support high-quality engineering practices through code reviews, documentation, and technical guidance Collaborate with backend engineers, UX designers, Product, and engineering leadership to deliver end-to-end features Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a strong front-end engineering culture Required Skills & Experience: Extensive experience building complex front‑end applications with React , TypeScript, and modern JavaScript Strong hands‑on experience with Next.js , including performance optimization and rendering strategies Deep understanding of HTML, CSS, responsive design, and front‑end performance best practices Proven experience integrating front‑end applications with APIs (REST and/or GraphQL) Strong grasp of state management patterns and front‑end architecture Experience owning features end‑to‑end in a production environment Proficiency with Git/GitHub in a collaborative, team‑based development environment Demonstrated interest or experience building AI ‑ powered, conversational, or real ‑ time applications We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for: Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave. Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work. Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.* Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you. Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute. Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool. Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working. *Specific benefits may vary by location. At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves. Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra. Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.