Software Engineer, Frontend

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a curious and growth-oriented Junior Engineer to join our team. While technical skills are important, we value passion for learning and a problem-solving mindset even more. If you are excited about building foundational UI components, contributing to open-source projects, and working on tools that improve code quality and accessibility, we want to hear from you!

What will this role be responsible for delivering?

• Develop and maintain foundational UI components: Build/iterate reusable, high-quality foundational UI components, ensuring they are accessible, performant, and scalable.

• Contribute to open-source projects: Collaborate with the open-source community to improve tools and libraries, such as Backpack(UI components library) and linters.

• Focus on accessibility (a11y): Ensure all components meet accessibility standards so that anyone can enjoy the pleasure of traveling through our website.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to continuously improve the quality of UI components.

What skills do we need?

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in React, TypeScript and SCSS

  • Familiarity with Node.js for tooling and backend integration.

  • Experience with Git and version control.

  • Basic understanding of accessibility (a11y) principles.

  • Bonus: Knowledge of UI/UX design systems or experience with open-source contributions.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong curiosity and a desire to learn new technologies.

  • A growth mindset with the ability to adapt and improve.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude.

What can we teach you? What will you learn?

• What we can teach you:

  • How to build scalable, accessible, and high-quality UI components.

  • Best practices for contributing to open-source projects.

  • Advanced techniques in React, TypeScript, and Node.js.

  • How to develop custom tools (e.g., linters) to improve code quality.

• What you will learn:

  • Deep expertise in UI/UX design systems and accessibility standards.

  • Hands-on experience with open-source development and community collaboration.

  • How to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on innovation.

  • Opportunities to grow into a well-rounded engineer with a strong foundation in both frontend and tooling development.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful projects that shape the foundation of our product.

• Be part of a team that values curiosity, growth, and innovation.

• Contribute to open-source and make a difference in the developer community.

• Enjoy a supportive environment where learning and experimentation are encouraged.

Where can this role be based?

Shenzhen