Senior Frontend Software Engineer
ABOUT HUT 8
Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Senior Frontend Software Engineer to lead the development of a new platform within the Hut 8 ecosystem. This role requires deep expertise in frontend technologies, a keen eye for design, and the ability to build intuitive, scalable, and responsive interfaces.
As our lead frontend engineer on this project, you will make critical decisions that will influence the platform’s look and feel, usability, and ultimately the user experience and consequently, user conversion rates. You must bring strong opinions on tech stack, architecture, and frontend development best practices, supported by extensive experience.
This position offers the dynamism of a startup environment within the stability of an established company. It requires an entrepreneurial mindset and the capability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will work closely with a compact, interdisciplinary team, necessitating superb communication skills to align development efforts and meet project deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement visually appealing and highly functional frontend applications using React and modern JavaScript libraries and tooling.
- Collaborate with Product, Design, and Backend teams to ensure seamless integration and coherence between the frontend and backend architectures.
- Translate design and product specifications into responsive, accessible web applications.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
- Conduct rigorous code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance team performance and code quality.
- Optimize application performance to ensure the scalability and reliability of the user interface.
- Implement security measures to protect user data and ensure compliance with data privacy laws.
- Demonstrate ambition, drive, and the work ethic necessary to succeed in a startup-like environment within a large company.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Software Engineer, with a strong focus on front-end development.
- Expertise in:
- Frontend Development: Proficient in React, CSS, HTML, and client-side scripting.
- Design Implementation: Experienced in converting designs from Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD into functional user interfaces.
- Experience with performance optimization of web applications.
- Strong familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services relevant to frontend hosting and development.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex software issues independently.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and business needs, with a drive to take on new challenges.
Nice To Haves:
- Experience in leading frontend projects and teams.
- A background in UI/UX design and a portfolio of visually compelling and user-friendly web applications.
- A keen interest in cryptocurrencies and bitcoin mining.
- Background in startup environments and familiarity with bootstrap development.
ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role is remote or in office at our corporate headquarters in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.
At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:
▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting
▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government
▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team
▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure
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