Career Mentors, LLC
Overview
Fullstack / Frontend Engineer
– Location: New York City (In-person); Experience Level: 3–5 years
About Shade Shade helps companies with large media libraries
search, share, access, and review terabytes of data
— including images, videos, audio, 3D assets, PSDs, and documents. Our platform combines:
FUSE streaming filesystem
(file system in user space)
Distributed AI and indexing backend
for vector search, automated metadata, facial recognition, transcription, and GPU transcoding
Sleek web and desktop frontend
for review, approval, and sharing
We work with clients such as
Carv, Salesforce, Grüns, HelloFresh, Related, Deloitte, Motorola, and the Boston Celtics .
Role Overview We’re looking for a
Fullstack or Frontend Engineer
with strong UI/UX instincts and startup experience to help ship features end-to-end — from concept to production. You’ll work closely with our small, fast-moving team to deliver clean, maintainable code that powers our cutting-edge media platform.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain frontend and fullstack features using
TypeScript, React, Next.js, and TanStack
Collaborate with backend engineers using
Python
and
Postgres
Build scalable, reliable, and performant interfaces
Participate in code reviews and testing to ensure high-quality releases
Work with complex data (media files, large libraries, GPU/CPU transcoding)
Contribute to product design and process improvement discussions
Qualifications
3–5 years
of professional experience as a fullstack or frontend engineer at a
startup or scale-up
Strong experience shipping features
end-to-end , including frontend implementation and testing
Degree
in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Proficiency in
TypeScript, React, TanStack,
Next.js
Working knowledge of
Python
and
Postgres
Comfort with modern UI/UX principles and frontend performance optimization
Exposure to or interest in the
creative industry (3D, video, photography)
is a plus
Experience with
media processing, transcoding (FFMPEG) , or
Python image processing
is a bonus
Soft Skills
High ownership and accountability
Open to feedback and collaboration while confidently voicing opinions
Passion for elegant, simple solutions ("solve the core issue")
Thrives in a fast-paced, iterative environment
Traits We Avoid
Preference for remote-only work or rigid work-life balance expectations
History of job-hopping (multiple roles under one year)
Our Philosophy
Minimal dependencies:
reliability starts with deliberate design
Monolith > microservices:
transactional consistency is key
Direct problem-solving:
fix root causes, don’t patch symptoms
Keep it simple:
simplicity always wins
Tech Stack
Frontend:
TypeScript, React, TanStack, Next.js
Backend:
Python, Postgres
Infrastructure:
GPU transcoding, distributed AI indexing, FUSE streaming filesystem
TopTech Talent is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Third-party recruiters, please do not reach out for this role.
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– Location: New York City (In-person); Experience Level: 3–5 years
About Shade Shade helps companies with large media libraries
search, share, access, and review terabytes of data
— including images, videos, audio, 3D assets, PSDs, and documents. Our platform combines:
FUSE streaming filesystem
(file system in user space)
Distributed AI and indexing backend
for vector search, automated metadata, facial recognition, transcription, and GPU transcoding
Sleek web and desktop frontend
for review, approval, and sharing
We work with clients such as
Carv, Salesforce, Grüns, HelloFresh, Related, Deloitte, Motorola, and the Boston Celtics .
Role Overview We’re looking for a
Fullstack or Frontend Engineer
with strong UI/UX instincts and startup experience to help ship features end-to-end — from concept to production. You’ll work closely with our small, fast-moving team to deliver clean, maintainable code that powers our cutting-edge media platform.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain frontend and fullstack features using
TypeScript, React, Next.js, and TanStack
Collaborate with backend engineers using
Python
and
Postgres
Build scalable, reliable, and performant interfaces
Participate in code reviews and testing to ensure high-quality releases
Work with complex data (media files, large libraries, GPU/CPU transcoding)
Contribute to product design and process improvement discussions
Qualifications
3–5 years
of professional experience as a fullstack or frontend engineer at a
startup or scale-up
Strong experience shipping features
end-to-end , including frontend implementation and testing
Degree
in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Proficiency in
TypeScript, React, TanStack,
Next.js
Working knowledge of
Python
and
Postgres
Comfort with modern UI/UX principles and frontend performance optimization
Exposure to or interest in the
creative industry (3D, video, photography)
is a plus
Experience with
media processing, transcoding (FFMPEG) , or
Python image processing
is a bonus
Soft Skills
High ownership and accountability
Open to feedback and collaboration while confidently voicing opinions
Passion for elegant, simple solutions ("solve the core issue")
Thrives in a fast-paced, iterative environment
Traits We Avoid
Preference for remote-only work or rigid work-life balance expectations
History of job-hopping (multiple roles under one year)
Our Philosophy
Minimal dependencies:
reliability starts with deliberate design
Monolith > microservices:
transactional consistency is key
Direct problem-solving:
fix root causes, don’t patch symptoms
Keep it simple:
simplicity always wins
Tech Stack
Frontend:
TypeScript, React, TanStack, Next.js
Backend:
Python, Postgres
Infrastructure:
GPU transcoding, distributed AI indexing, FUSE streaming filesystem
TopTech Talent is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Third-party recruiters, please do not reach out for this role.
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