UI Engineer

About the Company

Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We’re looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed anywhere.

We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented UI Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join our front-end development team. The ideal candidate has a strong passion for building beautiful, responsive, and user-friendly interfaces using modern web technologies. You will work closely with UX designers and back-end engineers to develop and enhance engaging user experiences.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Develop high-quality, scalable, and maintainable user interfaces for web applications.
• Collaborate with design teams to bring UI/UX wireframes and mockups to life.
• Write clean, reusable code with a focus on performance, accessibility, and maintainability.
• Implement responsive designs to ensure cross-device and cross-browser compatibility.
• Optimize front-end performance and troubleshoot UI-related issues.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to UI development best practices.
• Work closely with product and engineering teams to define and implement UI requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in UI/front-end development.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Strong experience with modern front-end frameworks/libraries like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Solid understanding of responsive design principles and CSS frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap, Tailwind).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling (e.g., fetch, Axios).
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Knowledge of accessibility (WCAG) and SEO best practices.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience with UI testing frameworks such as Jest, Cypress, or Testing Library.
• Familiarity with design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
• Exposure to design systems and component-based UI development.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and cross-functional teams.

You're a Great Fit if You're

• A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge 
• A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude 
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
• A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda 
• Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you 

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.