Staff Software Engineer

General Motors • Austin, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role: We are seeking a highly experienced Staff Front-End Engineer to join our digital eCommerce team and lead the development of cutting-edge web applications using React. This role involves collaborating with other engineers, designers, and product managers to deliver high-quality, scalable, and performant user experiences. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in modern front-end and edge technologies (React, React Native, Remix, Shopify Hydrogen, Cloudflare), and demonstrate a strong track record of enterprise Shopify implementations, TypeScript architecture, and storefront performance optimization. What You'll Do: Lead front-end architecture and design decisions for complex web applications. Develop and maintain reusable components and libraries using React. Collaborate with back-end engineers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data flow. Drive best practices in performance optimization, accessibility, and responsive design. Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence. Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional front-end development experience, with at least 3+ years in a senior or staff-level role.
• Expert knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and modern front-end tooling.
• Hands-on experience with Remix or similar frameworks for server-side rendering and routing.
• Strong understanding of web performance, security, and accessibility standards.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and modern build tools.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with GraphQL, REST APIs, and state management libraries (e.g., Redux, React Context and Hooks).
• Experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of design systems and component-driven development.
• Experience with Shopify (Hydrogen App) implementation.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving mindset: Skilled at breaking down complex challenges and finding innovative solutions.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Empathy and mentorship: Passion for helping others grow and succeed.
• Clear communication: Ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ownership and accountability: Takes initiative and drives projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-end architecture and design decisions for complex web applications.
• Develop and maintain reusable components and libraries using React.
• Collaborate with back-end engineers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data flow.
• Drive best practices in performance optimization, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

Benefits

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.
• Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed