Frontend Engineer

About Whatnot

Join the Future of Commerce with Whatnot! Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe, revolutionizing the way people buy, sell, and discover their favorite items. Our platform caters to a diverse range of categories including trading cards, fashion, electronics, and live plants, empowering sellers to build authentic and thriving businesses. As pioneers in live commerce at an unprecedented scale in the West, we are shaping a new industry with no playbook to follow. Our dynamic team is remote co-located across hubs in the US, UK, Ireland, Poland, Germany, and Australia, driven by our core values of innovation, speed, and user-centricity. Recognized as the #1 Best Startup Employer in America by Forbes, Whatnot continues to grow rapidly, fostering a culture of impact, collaboration, and passion for enabling anyone to turn their passion into a successful business through commerce.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our Inventory team within Seller Engineering. This team plays a crucial role in supporting our sellers by managing their merchandise effectively and ensuring accurate representation on the platform. Our goal is to streamline the process so sellers can focus on what they do best—selling and engaging with their community. As part of this role, you will be instrumental in building a redesigned vision for how sellers operate live on Whatnot. The position offers flexibility to work remotely or from one of our global office hubs, with a preference for candidates residing within commuting distance of our New York office. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance the seller experience, leveraging your technical expertise to deliver high-quality features and improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of software engineering experience
• Expertise in frontend web development with React
• Proficiency in GraphQL for API development
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks; exposure to Next.js is a plus
• Background in web or mobile development (Next.js on Web or Native mobile)
• Strong product instincts with a user-first mindset
• Ability to implement pixel-perfect designs as per design team specifications
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to share insights and challenge ideas constructively
• Proven track record of delivering end-to-end features
• Strong ownership instincts, capable of managing projects from inception to production and beyond

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable, high-quality frontend applications using React and GraphQL
• Collaborate with product and design teams to implement user-centric features
• Translate design mockups into pixel-perfect interfaces
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure code quality and maintainability
• Own projects from concept through deployment, monitoring, and iteration
• Push innovative solutions to improve seller management and platform efficiency
• Engage with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and best practices

Benefits

• Generous holiday and time-off policies
• Comprehensive health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision
• Support for remote work including home office setup allowance
• Monthly stipends for cell phone and internet expenses
• Wellness allowances to promote health and well-being
• Annual childcare assistance
• Lifetime benefits for family planning, including adoption and fertility expenses
• Retirement plans including 401(k) with employer match (up to 4%) in the US and pension plans internationally
• Monthly dogfooding allowance to experience our platform firsthand
• Paid parental leave of 16 weeks plus a gradual return to work program

Equal Opportunity

Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our innovation, culture, and success, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

Key skills/competency

• Frontend Engineering
• React.js
• Next.js
• GraphQL
• Web Development
• Software Engineering
• UI/UX Implementation
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Product Instincts
• Feature Delivery