Frontend Architect

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on, code-first Frontend Architect to lead the evolution of our user interfaces and frontend infrastructure. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of our platform's frontend - ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with the opportunity to mentor fellow engineers and shape best practices that promote high-quality code and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about building exceptional user experiences with modern web technologies and enjoy collaborating in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

This role requires Eastern Standard (US) working hours.

You Will:

• Technical Leadership: Define and drive the frontend architectural vision and strategy for Steer’s products.
• Code Quality & Standards: Establish and enforce frontend coding standards, best practices, and guidelines to ensure high-quality, consistent, and maintainable code across the team.
• Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate requirements into robust frontend solutions. Mentor and educate other frontend engineers on new technologies, architectural patterns, and best practices.
• Design System: Champion scalable and reusable frontend components and libraries that bridge between the design system and customer experience.

You Have

Must Have:

• 7+ years of professional frontend development experience, with at least 2+ years in a technical leadership or architectural role.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with React JS and the React ecosystem.
• Solid grasp of HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like Sass/LESS), and core JavaScript (ES6+) / Typescript.
• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable and maintainable frontend architectures (e.g., component-based architecture, state management patterns, module federation, micro-frontends).
• Proficiency with frontend build tools (Webpack, Vite, Parcel), package managers (npm, yarn), version control (Git), and testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor other engineers.
  
  

Nice to Have:

• SaaS experience.
• Familiarity with backend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Python, Ruby). 
• Understanding of UI/UX design principles.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment methodologies.

Interview Process

• Initial Screen (30 min)
• Hiring Manager Interview (45 min)
• Technical Interview (45 min) + Product/Design Interview (45 min)
• Leadership Interview (30 min) + Career Journey Interview (60 min)
• Reference Checks

We Offer:

• 100% employer paid medical insurance
• Flexible PTO with 15 days minimum
• FSA and HSA options
• Generous Parental Leave
• 401k
• Learning Stipend
• WFH Equipment
• Chance to work with the latest technology
• A collaborative and innovative work culture
• Opportunities for career growth and development