Senior · Staff · Principal Frontend Engineer

Job description

Senior / Staff / Principal Frontend Engineer Location: Onsite New York We have multiple startups interested in talent. Here is a generic summary. Instead of a perfect job description, we present talented individuals to companies and allow them to share how that talent fits in the organization. A Front-End Developer is responsible for building the user-facing parts of websites and web applications, ensuring a seamless and visually appealing user experience. They translate designs into functional code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and may also utilize frameworks and libraries. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement user interfaces: Front-end developers create the visual elements of websites and applications that users see and interact with. • Translate designs into code: They take design mockups and wireframes and translate them into functional code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. • Build interactive elements: They create interactive features and animations to enhance the user experience. • Ensure cross-browser compatibility: They make sure the website or application functions correctly across different web browsers and devices. • Optimize page load times: They optimize code for speed and efficiency, ensuring a fast and smooth user experience. • Collaborate with back-end developers: They work closely with back-end developers to integrate the front-end with server-side logic and databases. • Maintain and update existing websites and applications: They may be responsible for fixing bugs, implementing new features, and maintaining existing code. • Follow industry best practices: They stay up-to-date on the latest front-end technologies and best practices. • Test and debug code: They thoroughly test their code to ensure it functions as expected and debug any issues that arise. Key Skills: • HTML, CSS, and JavaScript: Proficiency in these foundational web development languages is essential. • Front-end frameworks and libraries: Knowledge of frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js is often required. • Responsive design: Ability to create websites and applications that adapt to different screen sizes and devices. • Version control systems (Git): Familiarity with version control systems like Git is crucial for collaborative development. • Accessibility: Understanding of accessibility principles and how to make websites usable for people with disabilities. • Problem-solving and debugging skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues in the code. • Testing and debugging: Ability to test and debug code to ensure it functions correctly. Compensation: Market range and can include equity – details can be provided after the specific client is determined.