Front End Web Developer - Contract to Hire - Remote
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.
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 (such as 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: 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]