SignalFire
Founding Frontend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups (Senior/Staff)
SignalFire, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Founding Frontend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups (Senior/Staff)
Base pay range: $170,000.00/yr – $250,000.00/yr
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Front-End Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups. SignalFire partners with top early-stage startups across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. We are looking for exceptional Founding Front-End Engineers excited about building and scaling user‑centric applications at early‑stage startups. By joining the Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early‑stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, it is a way to get on the radar of VC‑backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent.
Who Should Join?
Passionate about building exceptional user experiences and modern web applications.
Excited about joining early‑stage startups and working directly with founders.
Interested in shaping front‑end architecture, performance, and design systems.
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design and develop scalable, high‑performance front‑end applications.
Build intuitive, responsive, and visually engaging UI/UX experiences.
Optimize front‑end performance, accessibility, and responsiveness.
Collaborate with product designers, backend engineers, and founders to align on vision and execution.
Develop component libraries and reusable front‑end architecture for scalable applications.
Implement and maintain state management, API integrations, and client‑side logic.
Define best practices for front‑end development, code quality, and UI testing.
Common Qualifications
3+ years of experience in front‑end development, with a strong track record of shipping user‑facing products.
Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte).
Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, TypeScript, and JavaScript (ES6+).
Experience integrating with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSockets.
Knowledge of state management libraries (Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Vuex).
Familiarity with server‑side rendering (Next.js, Nuxt.js) and static site generation.
Strong understanding of web performance optimization, accessibility (a11y), and security best practices.
Proficiency with version control (Git), CI/CD workflows, and front‑end testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright).
Experience working in early‑stage startup environments or small, fast‑moving teams is a plus.
Technologies You Might Work With
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte, Next.js, Nuxt.js.
Styling & UI: CSS, SCSS, Tailwind CSS, Styled Components, Material UI, Chakra UI.
State Management: Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Vuex, MobX.
APIs & Data Handling: REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, Firebase, Apollo Client.
Tooling & Performance: Vite, Webpack, Babel, ESLint, Prettier, Lighthouse.
Testing & Deployment: Jest, Cypress, Playwright, Storybook, GitHub Actions, Netlify, Vercel.
Cloud & DevOps: AWS Amplify, Firebase, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes.
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
SignalFire reviews applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future front‑end engineering roles in our portfolio.
Compensation Range: $170,000 – $250,000
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SignalFire by 2x.
Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in San Francisco, CA.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Front-End Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups. SignalFire partners with top early-stage startups across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. We are looking for exceptional Founding Front-End Engineers excited about building and scaling user‑centric applications at early‑stage startups. By joining the Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early‑stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, it is a way to get on the radar of VC‑backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent.
Who Should Join?
Passionate about building exceptional user experiences and modern web applications.
Excited about joining early‑stage startups and working directly with founders.
Interested in shaping front‑end architecture, performance, and design systems.
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design and develop scalable, high‑performance front‑end applications.
Build intuitive, responsive, and visually engaging UI/UX experiences.
Optimize front‑end performance, accessibility, and responsiveness.
Collaborate with product designers, backend engineers, and founders to align on vision and execution.
Develop component libraries and reusable front‑end architecture for scalable applications.
Implement and maintain state management, API integrations, and client‑side logic.
Define best practices for front‑end development, code quality, and UI testing.
Common Qualifications
3+ years of experience in front‑end development, with a strong track record of shipping user‑facing products.
Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte).
Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, TypeScript, and JavaScript (ES6+).
Experience integrating with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSockets.
Knowledge of state management libraries (Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Vuex).
Familiarity with server‑side rendering (Next.js, Nuxt.js) and static site generation.
Strong understanding of web performance optimization, accessibility (a11y), and security best practices.
Proficiency with version control (Git), CI/CD workflows, and front‑end testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright).
Experience working in early‑stage startup environments or small, fast‑moving teams is a plus.
Technologies You Might Work With
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte, Next.js, Nuxt.js.
Styling & UI: CSS, SCSS, Tailwind CSS, Styled Components, Material UI, Chakra UI.
State Management: Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Vuex, MobX.
APIs & Data Handling: REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, Firebase, Apollo Client.
Tooling & Performance: Vite, Webpack, Babel, ESLint, Prettier, Lighthouse.
Testing & Deployment: Jest, Cypress, Playwright, Storybook, GitHub Actions, Netlify, Vercel.
Cloud & DevOps: AWS Amplify, Firebase, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes.
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
SignalFire reviews applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future front‑end engineering roles in our portfolio.
Compensation Range: $170,000 – $250,000
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SignalFire by 2x.
Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in San Francisco, CA.
#J-18808-Ljbffr