What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Frontend Engineer position at RainesDev?
We're seeking an experienced frontend developer to architect user interfaces for a platform connecting consumer brands with digital content creators. You'll define engineering practices while building features that thousands of users interact with daily across multiple social shopping ecosystems.Your contributions will be visible immediately—this role offers direct production impact and the opportunity to shape our technical foundation during a growth phase.What You'll Build:Take full ownership of interface development from initial research through deployment and monitoringDefine our approach to component architecture, code standards, and quality assuranceCoach team members on frontend practices and create reusable patternsEngage with end users to clarify needs and craft elegant solutionsImplement responsive web applications leveraging React, TypeScript, and contemporary styling frameworksCreate maintainable, tested code that scales with the productMake architectural choices around data flow and application stateExecute quickly in a high-velocity environmentRequirementsIdeal Background:3-6 years delivering frontend systems at companies focused on product excellenceDemonstrated skill translating visual designs into production-ready, accessible applicationsDeep interest in user experience, interface design, and product thinking—not just implementationHistory of driving substantial projects independently (component frameworks, optimization initiatives, feature modules)Proven capability setting technical direction and becoming the subject matter expertPassion for developing others and improving team outputIndependent operator who excels with ambiguous requirementsStrong instincts for product decisions and willingness to challenge specifications for better outcomesCore Technical Capabilities:Foundation: React, TypeScript, Next.js proficiencyDesign Implementation: Modern CSS frameworks, component libraries, design tool workflowsData Handling: Application state patterns, API integration approachesReliability: Testing frameworks, end-to-end validation toolsSystem Design: Reusable component strategies, inclusive design principles, speed optimizationInfluence: Peer review, knowledge sharing, pattern establishmentDistinguishing Factors:Background at companies in early growth stages or as initial technical hiresExperience creating shared component ecosystems used across productsHistory driving frontend technical strategy or team leadershipImplementation of user behavior tracking for informed developmentDevelopment of admin panels, visualization tools, or operational interfaces at scalePartnership with design professionals throughout the creative processComfort with experimental approaches and incremental releasesEnthusiasm for emerging technologies in AI, digital commerce, or process automationPersonal projects or community code contributionsBenefitsEstablished product with active customer baseAuthority to establish frontend practices as we expandSignificant independence—impactful work, not maintenance tasksRapid feedback loops from development to user handsTechnical excellence is foundational to our cultureInfluence over both product direction and organizational growth
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000