Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Frontend Engineer (SDE-2) to join our high-velocity AI engineering team in a leadership capacity. You'll architect and build cutting-edge AI-powered applications, lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices across the frontend stack. This role requires someone who can seamlessly integrate LLMs and agentic workflows into scalable, production-grade products while maintaining high standards for code quality and system design. If you have a proven track record in fast-paced environments, excel at leveraging AI tools for team productivity, and are passionate about building impactful features at scale, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Architect, design, and lead the development of complex, scalable TypeScript / JavaScript-based frontend applications
- Make critical technical decisions regarding framework selection, architecture patterns, and system design
- Define and enforce frontend development standards, best practices, and coding guidelines
- Lead technical design reviews and provide architectural guidance to the team
AI-Powered Development
Design and implement sophisticated AI-powered UI features including real-time response streaming, intelligent search interfaces, conversational chat experiences, and complex agentic workflowsBuild robust integrations with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) and implement advanced prompt engineering patternsDrive adoption of AI coding assistants (Cursor, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) across the team to maximize productivityOptimize AI-powered features for performance, reliability, and user experienceSystem Building & Ownership
Build and maintain scalable design systems and comprehensive component librariesDevelop reusable frameworks and utilities for authentication, server-side rendering, state management, caching, and API integrationsOwn end-to-end delivery of major features from conception to deploymentEnsure system reliability, performance, and scalability through monitoring and optimizationCollaboration & Mentorship
Mentor and guide junior engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical discussionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including AI Engineers, Backend Developers, UX / UI Designers, and Product ManagersContribute to hiring, interviewing, and building a strong engineering cultureShare knowledge through documentation, tech talks, and fostering best practicesInnovation & Continuous Improvement
Stay at the forefront of frontend technologies, AI tools, and industry trends
Identify opportunities for technical improvements and drive their implementation
Experiment with emerging technologies and advocate for their adoption when beneficial
Required Technical Skills
Core Frontend Expertise
5+ years of hands-on experience with JavaScript / TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks3+ years of production experience with React / Next.js in complex, large-scale applicationsDeep expertise in Tailwind CSS and CSS-in-JS solutions for building responsive, accessible, modern UIsAdvanced knowledge of state management solutions (Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Jotai, or similar) and when to apply themProven experience building and maintaining design systems and component libraries at scaleAPI & Performance
Strong experience with REST APIs , GraphQL , and optimizing data flows for performanceExpertise in implementing advanced caching strategies, lazy loading, code splitting, and performance optimizationExperience with server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and incremental static regeneration (ISR)AI Integration Experience
Hands-on experience integrating LLM APIs and building AI-powered user interfaces
Understanding of streaming responses, token management, and real-time AI interactions
Familiarity with prompt engineering and optimizing AI-powered features
Engineering Excellence
Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns (MVC, Observer, Factory, etc.), and SOLID principlesExpertise in version control (Git), CI / CD pipelines, and modern development workflowsProficiency with testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright) and test-driven developmentExperience with monitoring, debugging, and performance profiling toolsDesign to Code
Expert-level ability to implement pixel-perfect designs from Figma / design toolsExperience collaborating with designers and providing technical feedback on design feasibilityRequired Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's / Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field from reputed institutions (IIT / NIT / BITS / IIIT or equivalent ranked universities)5+ years of professional software development experience with at least 3 years focused on frontendStrong portfolio of production web applications, ideally including AI-powered featuresOpen-source contributions or technical blog posts are a plusSoft Skills & Mindset
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with ability to explain complex technical conceptsProven ability to mentor and uplift team membersTrack record of delivering high-quality work in high-paced, dynamic environmentsSelf-motivated with strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilitiesStartup experience strongly preferred - comfort with ambiguity and ability to wear multiple hatsPassion for staying current with technology trends and continuous learningWhat We Offer
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-powered applicationsHigh-impact role with significant technical ownershipCollaborative, fast-paced environment with smart, driven colleaguesCompetitive compensation and growth opportunitiesWork with modern tech stack and latest AI toolsReady to lead the future of AI-powered applications? Join us in creating innovative solutions that transform how global enterprises operate. Apply now and be part of our exciting journey!
