Software Engineer - Frontend
Engineering · New York City · In-office
Researchi is on a mission to help companies explore, measure, and manage their AI presence across digital platforms. As a Frontend Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in crafting high-performance, visually outstanding React applications that empower the next generation of AI-powered research and decision-making tools.
What You’ll Do
- Develop sleek, high-quality user interfaces from low- and high-fidelity wireframes.
- Write “god-tier CSS” to deliver pixel-perfect, accessible, and elegant experiences.
- Optimize frontend performance for smooth, responsive interaction across platforms.
- Collaborate closely with product designers and backend engineers to bring complex ideas to life with speed and accuracy.
- Contribute to Researchi’s frontend architecture and shape our engineering best practices.
Who You Are
- Deep expertise in React, Next.js, and TypeScript, with a strong grasp of state management and performance tuning.
- Proficient in Tailwind CSS or SASS/SCSS, delivering polished, sharp, and responsive designs.
- Experience architecting scalable Next.js applications using App Router, SSR, SSG, and ISR.
- Familiarity with data fetching tools like React Query, SWR, or similar.
- Skilled in animations, transitions, and layout techniques to create fluid, engaging interfaces.
- A strong portfolio of modern frontend work demonstrating UI polish and attention to UX.
- A sharp eye for design and user interaction, with a commitment to quality.
- Comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment—iterating quickly and building with purpose.
Bonus if you have
- Experience with GSAP for smooth, complex animations.
- Knowledge of R3F or Three.js for interactive 3D experiences.
- Led large-scale Next.js migrations or complex refactors.
- Deep understanding of CDN, caching, and performance scaling strategies.
- Experience with i18n/l10n in production Next.js applications.
- Practical experience using React Server Components in live projects.
Join us at our office—designed for builders who thrive on momentum, experimentation, and real-world impact.