[Remote] Senior Frontend Engineer - Internal Tools

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alpaca is a US-headquartered self-clearing broker-dealer and brokerage infrastructure for various financial services. The Senior Frontend Engineer will design, implement, and maintain frontend applications to enhance user experience and empower users in trading activities.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in architecting and developing web and mobile applications that push the boundaries of technology
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to create responsive, performant, and intuitive user interfaces that delight our customers
• Own the delivery of high-visibility features/projects, from design to deployment
• Mentor peers and influence the technical strategy of our company

Skills

• 5+ years of experience in frontend development with TypeScript/React
• 2+ years of experience using a modern systems programming language like Golang, C++, or Rust
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to translate product mockups and designs into fully realized user interfaces
• Proficient in HTML and CSS frameworks such as TailwindCSS
• Passionate about creating intuitive and performance user interfaces
• Experience with REST APIs and WebSockets best practices
• Experience with relational databases and SQL
• Track record of setting or influencing frontend best practices
• Attention to detail and an appreciation for design aesthetics
• Algo trading experience (either professional or personal)
• Experience with major cloud platforms (we primarily use Google Cloud Platform)
• Experience or understanding of financial markets
• Experience working at a startup
• Experience working remotely

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Stock Options
• Health Benefits
• New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
• Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card

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