Front End Web Developer - Contract to Hire - Remote

Engineering Virtual, United States


Description

Front End Web Developer 
  
Location: Remote (US time zones) 
Experience: 7+ years 
Hours Per Week Available: 25 -35 hours per week.  This role will start as a contract with the intention of going full-time in the near future.  
Compensation: $50 - $60/hour 
  
About The Role 
Our client is building intelligent, human-centered solutions that help these organizations thrive—combining the promise of AI with a deep understanding of how people and communities work. Founded by experienced leaders in technology, product strategy, and go-to-market execution, they are ready to scale.  
They’re looking for a visionary Front End Web Developer who combines exceptional design sensibilities with cutting-edge development skills to create beautiful, fast, and intelligent web experiences. You'll build responsive, mobile-first applications that seamlessly integrate AI capabilities while maintaining exceptional performance and user experience. 
What You'll Build 
AI-Enhanced Web Applications 
  • Develop responsive web applications with seamless AI integration (chat interfaces, real-time AI outputs) 
  • Implement real-time streaming interfaces for AI-generated content with smooth UX 
  • Build interactive data visualization dashboards that make complex AI insights accessible 
  • Create dynamic, personalized user interfaces that adapt based on AI-driven insights 
Mobile-First Responsive Design 
  • Design and implement pixel-perfect, mobile-first responsive web experiences 
  • Optimize for performance across devices with 90+ Lighthouse scores on all metrics 
  • Build Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) with offline capabilities and native-like experiences 
  • Implement advanced animations and micro-interactions using Framer Motion and CSS 
SEO & Performance Optimization 
  • Implement comprehensive SEO strategies with semantic HTML, schema markup, and Core Web Vitals optimization 
  • Build server-side rendered applications with Next.js for optimal search engine visibility 
  • Optimize bundle sizes, implement code splitting, and achieve sub-2s load times 
  • Implement advanced caching strategies and CDN optimization 
Technical Requirements 
Frontend Excellence 
  • 7+ years of professional React development with expert-level TypeScript proficiency 
  • Advanced CSS skills including CSS Grid, Flexbox, animations, and modern layout techniques 
  • Deep understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development 
  • Experience with modern build tools (Vite, Webpack) and package managers (pnpm, Yarn) 
AI Integration Experience 
  • Experience integrating with AI APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic) and handling streaming responses 
  • Understanding of real-time communication patterns (WebSockets, Server-Sent Events) 
  • Knowledge of AI UX patterns: loading states, progressive disclosure, conversation design 
  • Experience with AI-enhanced features: autocomplete, smart suggestions, content generation 
Performance & SEO Mastery 
  • Expert knowledge of Core Web Vitals optimization and performance monitoring 
  • Experience with SEO best practices, structured data, and technical SEO auditing 
  • Proficiency with performance testing tools (Lighthouse, WebPageTest, Chrome DevTools) 
  • Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design principles 
Modern Development Practices 
  • Git workflow expertise with experience in collaborative development environments 
  • Test-driven development using Jest, React Testing Library, and Playwright 
  • CI/CD pipeline experience with GitHub Actions, Vercel, or similar platforms 
  • Code review culture and mentoring junior developers 
Preferred Qualifications 
  • Design background or strong visual design skills with ability to work independently 
  • Experience with design tools (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and design-to-code workflows 
  • Knowledge of backend technologies (Node.js, Python) for full-stack contributions 
  • Previous startup experience with ownership of major frontend initiatives 
  • Open source contributions and active participation in the developer community 
Tech Stack & Tools 
  • Frontend: React 18+, Next.js 14+, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Radix UI 
  • AI Integration: OpenAI API, Anthropic Claude, Vercel AI SDK, LangChain.js 
  • Performance: Vercel, Cloudflare, Next.js optimization, React Suspense 
  • Testing: Jest, React Testing Library, Playwright, Chromatic 
  • Tools: Figma, Linear, GitHub, Vercel, PostHog, Sentry 
  
Design & UX Responsibilities 
  • Component Systems: Build and maintain scalable, reusable component libraries 
  • Design Implementation: Transform Figma designs into pixel-perfect, interactive web experiences 
  • UX Optimization: Conduct user testing and implement data-driven UX improvements 
  • Brand Consistency: Ensure consistent visual identity across all web properties 
  • Accessibility: Implement and maintain WCAG 2.1 AA compliance across all interfaces 
Success Metrics 
  • Performance: Maintain 90+ Lighthouse scores across all pages 
  • SEO: Achieve top 3 rankings for target keywords and improve organic traffic by 200% 
  • User Experience: Improve conversion rates and reduce bounce rates through design optimization 
  • Development Velocity: Establish development practices that enable rapid feature iteration 
  • Code Quality: Maintain high code quality standards with comprehensive test coverage 
Growth & Impact 
  • Technical Leadership: Opportunity to lead frontend architecture decisions for the entire platform 
  • Mentorship: Guide junior developers and establish frontend best practices 
  • Product Influence: Direct input on product decisions and user experience strategy 
  • Industry Recognition: Opportunity to speak at conferences and contribute to open source 
  • Career Progression: Clear path to Principal Engineer or Frontend Lead roles 
  
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, send your resume for immediate consideration to [email protected]