Software Developer (Javascript, CSS)
Sundayy · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Shape frontend architecture and user experience.
- Utilize Hotwire, Turbo, Stimulus, and Tailwind.
- Simplify complex workflows for better usability.
- Collaborate across Engineering, Product, and Design.
- Mentor engineers and establish frontend standards.
About the role
About The Company
BackerKit is a leading platform dedicated to empowering creators by transforming their crowdfunding projects into successful realities. With over a decade of experience, BackerKit has been instrumental in powering some of the world's most successful crowdfunding campaigns, providing innovative tools and solutions that streamline project management and enhance creator-backers interactions. Our commitment to building robust, scalable, and user-friendly software has positioned us as a trusted partner in the crowdfunding industry. As a remote-first organization, we foster a diverse and close-knit team of approximately 40 professionals who value creativity, enthusiasm, and continuous learning. Our culture emphasizes rapid iteration, deep user focus, and long-lasting software development, making us a dynamic environment for driven individuals seeking impactful work.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Staff-level Engineer with a passion for user experience, interaction design, and frontend craftsmanship to join our team. This role is pivotal in shaping the frontend architecture and elevating the overall user interface and experience of our platform. You will work directly within Ruby on Rails views, utilizing Hotwire, Turbo, Stimulus, and Tailwind to simplify complex workflows and craft intuitive, responsive user interfaces. Your expertise will influence frontend patterns across the product, transforming interconnected systems into fast, clear, and approachable experiences for our users. This position requires high collaboration, strategic thinking, and a customer-centric mindset, as you will be defining standards, raising quality benchmarks, and influencing how the entire Engineering, Product, and Design teams approach user experience. You will also engage closely with creators and backers, gaining firsthand insights into their needs and challenges.
Qualifications
- Deep experience building high-quality user interfaces with recent hands-on coding
- Strong fundamentals in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and browser behavior
- Proficiency working directly in Rails views, helpers, and partials
- Experience with or strong interest in Hotwire, Turbo, Stimulus
- Preference for simple, maintainable systems over unnecessary abstractions
- Strong product and interaction design instincts
- Experience in simplifying complex workflows to improve usability
- Ability to work effectively amid ambiguity and evolving requirements
- Experience shaping engineering patterns, conventions, and best practices
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- 10+ years of software development experience preferred, with a history of working on complex projects (not strictly required but highly advantageous)
- Deep knowledge of Ruby, Rails, and JavaScript
- Passion for software usability and user experience
- Experience working across product, design, and backend concerns
- Preference for cohesive Rails applications over fragmented frontend stacks or SPAs
- Comfort with constraints as a creative tool and working in environments favoring long periods of solo or focused work
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Director of Engineering and fellow Staff Engineers to define and influence technical direction
- Lead the evolution of frontend architecture, including components and rendering strategies
- Translate product and design requirements into elegant, maintainable UI solutions
- Simplify complex workflows to enhance usability, responsiveness, and performance
- Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, and Design teams to develop innovative solutions
- Mentor engineers to elevate frontend and UX craftsmanship across the team
- Contribute to establishing frontend patterns and standards that improve overall code quality
- Participate actively in code reviews, pairing, and knowledge sharing to foster a culture of excellence
- Help shape the future of our platform by advocating for user-centered design and technical best practices
- Engage with customer-facing teams to understand user needs and incorporate feedback into development processes
- Maintain a focus on building scalable, maintainable, and simple systems aligned with company values
Benefits
- Remote-first work environment supporting flexible work arrangements
- Competitive salary and stock option plan
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
- Stipends for supporting creators of your choosing
- Annual Learning and Development stipend to support ongoing professional growth
- Family-friendly policies and a focus on maintaining a healthy work/life balance
- Opportunity to work at a company with significant growth potential and industry impact
Equal Opportunity
BackerKit is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Key skills/competency
- Staff Frontend Engineer
- User Experience (UX)
- Interaction Design
- Frontend Architecture
- Ruby on Rails
- Hotwire
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- Tailwind CSS
Skills & topics
- Staff Frontend Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Frontend Developer
- JavaScript
- CSS
- HTML
- Ruby on Rails
- Hotwire
- Turbo
- Stimulus
- Tailwind CSS
- User Experience
- Interaction Design
- Remote
- Engineering
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Ruby on Rails, emphasizing any work with Hotwire, Turbo, or Stimulus. Quantify achievements in simplifying complex workflows and improving user interfaces.
- Tailor your application: In your cover letter, express your passion for user experience and interaction design, and explain how your skills align with BackerKit's mission to empower creators.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your approach to frontend architecture, your experience with Rails views, and how you simplify complex user flows. Practice coding challenges focused on JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
- Demonstrate collaboration skills: Provide examples of how you've worked effectively with product, design, and backend teams, and how you've mentored other engineers.
- Understand BackerKit's culture: Research BackerKit's focus on creators, their remote-first approach, and their emphasis on rapid iteration and user focus.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Staff Frontend Engineer role at BackerKit?
- The Staff Frontend Engineer position at BackerKit is a remote-first role, offering flexibility in work arrangements for eligible candidates. This means you can work from anywhere, aligned with the company's commitment to supporting a distributed team.
- What specific frontend technologies are used by BackerKit for this Staff Frontend Engineer position?
- BackerKit utilizes a modern frontend stack for this Staff Frontend Engineer role, primarily working with Ruby on Rails views, Hotwire, Turbo, Stimulus, and Tailwind CSS. A strong foundation in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is essential.
- Does BackerKit offer opportunities for professional growth and development for a Staff Frontend Engineer?
- Yes, BackerKit provides an annual Learning and Development stipend to support your ongoing professional growth. They also encourage continuous learning and offer opportunities to shape the future of their platform.
- What is BackerKit's stance on work-life balance for their Staff Frontend Engineers?
- BackerKit emphasizes maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offers family-friendly policies. As a remote-first company, they aim to provide flexible work arrangements to support their employees.
- How does BackerKit ensure diversity and inclusion within its engineering team, particularly for roles like Staff Frontend Engineer?
- BackerKit is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and not discriminating based on protected characteristics.
- What is the expected level of experience for a Staff Frontend Engineer at BackerKit?
- While not strictly required, BackerKit ideally looks for candidates with 10+ years of software development experience, particularly in building complex projects. Deep knowledge of Ruby, Rails, and JavaScript, along with a strong passion for user experience, is highly valued.
- How does a Staff Frontend Engineer at BackerKit contribute to the company's mission?
- As a Staff Frontend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in empowering creators by enhancing the BackerKit platform's user interface and experience. Your work will directly impact creators' ability to transform their crowdfunding projects into successful realities.