Founding Front-End Software Engineer (Senior/Staff) - VC Backed Startups
About The Position
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Front-End Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups. This is not an application for a specific job, but a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. SignalFire partners with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology, spanning over 200 innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed. We are looking to connect with exceptional Founding Front-End Engineers who are excited about building and scaling user-centric applications at early-stage startups.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in front-end development, with a strong track record of shipping user-facing products
- Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte)
- Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, TypeScript, and JavaScript (ES6+)
- Experience integrating with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSockets
- Knowledge of state management libraries (Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Vuex)
- Familiarity with server-side rendering (Next.js, Nuxt.js) and static site generation
- Strong understanding of web performance optimization, accessibility (a11y), and security best practices
- Proficiency with version control (Git), CI/CD workflows, and front-end testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in early-stage startup environments or small, fast-moving teams is a plus
Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable, high-performance front-end applications
- Build intuitive, responsive, and visually engaging UI/UX experiences
- Optimize front-end performance, accessibility, and responsiveness
- Collaborate with product designers, backend engineers, and founders to align on vision and execution
- Develop component libraries and reusable front-end architecture for scalable applications
- Implement and maintain state management, API integrations, and client-side logic
- Define best practices for front-end development, code quality, and UI testing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
