Staff Front-End Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
About The Position
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff 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 across various sectors like AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. We are looking to connect with exceptional Staff Front-End Engineers who are excited about leading front-end development efforts and scaling web applications at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, providing visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in front-end development, with a strong track record of shipping high-quality web applications
- Deep 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, MobX)
- 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)
- Experience working in early-stage startups or high-growth environments
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about building and optimizing web applications for scale and performance
- Excited about owning front-end architecture and driving UI/UX best practices
- Experienced in leading front-end projects and mentoring junior engineers
Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable, high-performance front-end applications
- Lead efforts to improve web performance, accessibility, and user experience
- Collaborate with design, product, and backend teams to create seamless, intuitive UIs
- Define and implement front-end architecture, component libraries, and design systems
- Optimize state management, API integrations, and front-end workflows
- Establish best practices for front-end development, testing, and CI/CD pipelines
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
