Staff Frontend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups

Join Signalfire’S Talent Network For Staff Front-End Engineer Roles At Vc-Backed Startups

At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our portfolio spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.

We’re looking to connect with exceptional Staff Front-End Engineers who are excited about leading front-end development efforts and scaling web applications at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s 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, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.

Who Should Join?

• We’re looking for engineers who are:
• ✔ Passionate about building and optimizing web applications for scale and performance
• ✔ Excited about owning front-end architecture and driving UI/UX best practices
• ✔ Experienced in leading front-end projects and mentoring junior engineers

Typical Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, high-performance front-end applications
• Lead efforts to improve web performance, accessibility, and user experience
• Collaborate with design, product, and backend teams to create seamless, intuitive UIs
• Define and implement front-end architecture, component libraries, and design systems
• Optimize state management, API integrations, and front-end workflows
• Establish best practices for front-end development, testing, and CI/CD pipelines
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers

Common Qualifications

While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many staff front-end engineering roles in our network look for:

• 5+ years of experience in front-end development, with a strong track record of shipping high-quality web applications
• Deep 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, MobX)
• 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 startups or high-growth environments

💡 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
• Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.

What Happens Next?

1. We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
2. If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
3. No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future front-end engineering roles in our portfolio.