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Frontend Software Engineer

San Mateo, CAOnsite6+ YOE
Summary

Lead frontend engineering for fireworks.ai, owning architecture, mentoring engineers, and delivering scalable web applications that power developer experiences with generative AI models.

About the role

Key Responsibilities

  • Engineering ownership of fireworks.ai with a strong focus on a delightful developer journey
  • Participate in the team’s shared accountability for product led growth through the web application and model playground
  • Design, development, and testing of responsive and performant web applications
  • Mentor and support a team of front-end/UI engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and ongoing technical coaching
  • Define and implement front-end architectural standards, best practices, and development workflows
  • Partner with Product, Design, and Backend Engineering to align on requirements, timelines, and delivery expectations
  • Build and maintain reusable, scalable component libraries and frameworks
  • Partner with other engineering teams to build an aligned developer journey across web, SDK and CLI surfaces
  • Champion quality, performance, and accessibility in all UI development
  • Drive innovation by staying informed of emerging front-end trends and technologies

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 6+ years of professional experience in front-end development
  • 2+ years of experience in a leadership role (e.g., tech lead, team lead, or engineering manager)
  • Proficiency in React, TypeScript, JavaScript, and Next.js
  • Proven track record of delivering production-grade web applications
  • Strong understanding of responsive design, modern front-end architecture, and UX principles
  • Experience with front-end testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in AI/ML-focused or fast-paced startup environments
  • Prior startup experience and especially as a technical founder is a plus
  • Experience managing or mentoring other engineers, including performance feedback and career development
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards and internationalization practices
  • Contributions to open source or internal component libraries
  • Experience in full-stack development and API design
Skills
ReactTypeScriptJavaScriptNext.jsResponsive DesignFront-end Testing FrameworksCI/CD PipelinesComponent LibrariesAPI DesignAccessibility Standards