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Sr. Staff Engineer – Frontend – Product Engineering

Sr. Staff Engineer – Frontend – Product Engineering

CompanyBetterment
LocationNew York, NY, USA
Salary$230000 – $260000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in React and modern frontend development, with a strong grasp of component-based architecture, state management, and performance optimizations.
  • Experience working with GraphQL or a strong desire to dive into it.
  • A track record of leading frontend architecture decisions at scale.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence technical direction across teams.
  • A passion for high-quality user experiences, accessibility, and performance.
  • Experience working in collaborative, fast-paced environments, balancing technical excellence with business impact.
  • Proficiency in modern web application testing strategies, including end-to-end browser testing and accessibility validation, with familiarity in tools like Playwright and Chromatic as a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and empower teams by providing guidance on React, GraphQL, performance optimizations, and frontend engineering excellence.
  • Set the technical vision for our frontend architecture, ensuring a scalable, maintainable, and high-performing application.
  • Lead best practices in frontend development, influencing code quality, design patterns, and testing strategies across multiple squads.
  • Collaborate with engineering leadership (Principal Engineers, Directors) to drive strategic initiatives and technical direction.
  • Bridge the gap between teams, working closely with platform engineers to ensure our web and mobile applications evolve in sync.
  • Advocate for developer productivity while keeping a strong focus on code maintainability, scalability, and high-quality user experiences.
  • Be a champion for performance and accessibility, ensuring every interaction feels seamless, responsive, and inclusive.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity in tools like Playwright and Chromatic as a plus.