Senior Software Engineer – Frontend

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our frontend team and play a critical role in building the platform that will define CaseGuard’s next chapter. You will design and build a highly performant, sophisticated frontend capable of handling complex media redaction directly in the browser. This role involves more than just building forms; you will be responsible for the architecture that supports real-time collaboration, complex document rendering, and high-stakes video manipulation.

Responsibilities

Build scalable, maintainable frontend applications using Next.js, React, and TypeScript; Implement advanced rendering and manipulation logic for PDF documents and video within the browser; Utilize WebGL and Canvas to ensure smooth, performant interactions for redaction tools; Build and maintain real-time features using WebSockets and SignalR to support concurrent multi-user workflows; Work closely with backend engineers to consume REST APIs; Manage frontend deployments on AWS and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines; Identify and resolve frontend bottlenecks; Turn ambiguous product requirements into well-defined technical tasks and execution plans; Take full ownership of major frontend domains from design through to production deployment; Conduct thorough code reviews and uphold high engineering standards; Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to long-term frontend roadmap decisions; Mentor junior and mid-level engineers; Contribute to hiring by reviewing technical assessments and interviewing prospective candidates

Requirements

6+ years of experience owning and delivering complex frontend applications or major features end-to-end; Strong proficiency in React, Next.js, and TypeScript; Deep understanding of modern frontend architecture, state management, and hooks; Solid experience working with REST APIs and real-time communication via WebSockets or SignalR; Practical experience working with WebGL, HTML5 Canvas, or complex browser-based document/video manipulation; Professional experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS deployment strategies; Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across a hybrid team

Nice to have

Experience building heavy, data-intensive web applications (e.g., editors, design tools, or analytical Dashboards); Knowledge of frontend security best practices (CSPRNG, XSS prevention, secure storage); Experience with AWS services relevant to frontend/custom Next.js hosting (CloudFront, S3, ECS); Familiarity with Tailwind CSS or advanced CSS-in-JS libraries

Benefits

Meaningful equity; Competitive base salary alongside an equity-heavy compensation package; Hybrid working - flexibility to work remotely with regular in-person collaboration; Direct influence over architecture, engineering culture, and the technical roadmap; Opportunity to take ownership of critical backend domains in a growing cloud platform; A small, high-trust team that moves fast, values craftsmanship, and ships quality software; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 401K; Paid Vacation; Ten paid holidays per year; Friendly and Learning environment