Software Development Engineer - Frontend Focus

Software Development Engineer (SDE) - Frontend₹8L – ₹12L | Hyderabad |1 year of experience | Full Time
Only apply if: You have ≥ 1 year of production-grade frontend experience with strong, demonstrable expertise building and shipping scalable React / Next.js applications — and you can point us to live, deployed products you have built.
Who We AreWe are a fast-growing product startup building intelligent, AI-powered software for modern businesses. Our focus is on crafting seamless, high-performance user experiences powered by scalable backend systems and data-driven intelligence — and we ship to real customers every week.
As we scale, we are looking for a Frontend-focused SDE who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can take end-to-end ownership of frontend architecture and user experience across a complex, multi-surface product.
What You'll DoCore Frontend DevelopmentBuild production-grade applications using Next.js (App Router), React 19, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.Architect scalable, reusable component libraries and design systems on top of shadcn/ui / Radix primitives.Implement modern UI patterns using hooks, context, and advanced state management.Optimize performance using code-splitting, lazy loading, caching, and SSR / SSG / ISR / CSR strategies.Ensure pixel-perfect, responsive, accessible UI across devices and browsers.Meta Platform & Mobile App DevelopmentBuild and ship Meta app development–related features, including integrations with Meta platforms (e.g. WhatsApp Business Platform, Messenger, Instagram, Meta Graph API, Facebook Login, and Meta app review/permissions flows).Build and ship mobile applications for both iOS and Android using cross-platform frameworks such as Flutter, React Native, or similar platforms (native Swift/Kotlin experience is a plus).UI/UX Engineering ExcellenceTranslate product requirements and Figma designs into robust frontend implementations.Build complex dashboards, data visualizations, and interactive multi-step workflows (charts, tables, maps, geographic intelligence, analytics views).Build AI-driven, streaming interfaces — chat/agent UIs, token-by-token streaming, real-time updates, and rich message rendering (markdown, code, math).Integrate real-time features using WebSockets, SSE / streaming APIs, or event-driven updates.Ship accessible, SEO-friendly, high-performance web interfaces measured against Lighthouse best practices.Frontend Architecture & ScalabilityDesign scalable folder structures and modular, maintainable frontend architecture.Implement server- and client-state management using TanStack Query and Zustand (or equivalent modern solutions).Build robust forms with React Hook Form + Zod validation.Integrate with backend services (TypeScript/Node and Python) over REST and/or GraphQL APIs.Ensure robust error handling, observability, and performance monitoring.Drive frontend testing strategy with Vitest / Jest, React Testing Library, and Cypress/Playwright.Contribute to embeddable / SDK-style frontend artifacts (e.g. CDN-delivered, shadow-DOM-isolated widgets) where relevant.Engineering & CollaborationConduct structured code reviews and enforce high-quality coding standards.Collaborate closely with backend engineers, product managers, and designers.Contribute to CI/CD workflows and deployment pipelines.Take ownership of features from concept to production release.Mentor junior engineers and uphold engineering best practices.
Must-Have QualificationsCore Frontend Expertise≥ 1 year of production experience building scalable web applications.Strong command over Next.js, React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).Deep understanding of rendering strategies (SSR, SSG, ISR, CSR) and when to use each.Advanced Tailwind CSS knowledge and experience building custom design systems.Experience with frontend performance optimization and profiling.API & IntegrationExperience integrating frontend applications with Node.js and Python backends.Strong understanding of REST APIs and/or GraphQL.Familiarity with authentication systems (JWT, OAuth, session-based auth).Experience handling large datasets, paginated/infinite APIs, and streaming responses.Frontend Ecosystem KnowledgeServer/client state management (TanStack Query / React Query, Zustand, Redux Toolkit).Form management (React Hook Form, Zod/Yup validation).Data fetching and caching strategies.Component-driven development; experience with design systems / Storybook is a plus.Data visualization libraries (Recharts, D3, ECharts, Nivo, or similar).DevOps & QualityExperience with Docker-based local development workflows.CI/CD familiarity (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.).Strong Git workflows and collaborative branching strategies.Testing mindset spanning unit, integration, and E2E coverage.Engineering MindsetClean, maintainable code adhering to SOLID principles.Strong debugging and performance-profiling skills.Ownership-driven, product-first thinking.Comfortable working independently in an in-office startup environment.
Critical Requirements – High Weightage> This is non-negotiable. Applications without these will not be prioritized.
Portfolio, Live Products & DemosYou must be able to show, not just tell. With your application, explicitly share:An active GitHub profile showcasing real, production-grade frontend code (not just tutorials or forks).Live, deployed projects — public URLs we can open and interact with right now. Next.js + TypeScript projects strongly preferred.Live demos / a portfolio site where you specifically showcase your UI/UX work — the visual quality, interaction design, responsiveness, and polish you are personally responsible for.Demonstrated ability to build complex dashboards, SaaS products, AI-integrated UIs, or data-heavy interfaces.Clean code structure, thoughtful architecture, and clear documentation.
In your application, please include direct links to:https://forms.gle/FPUtQZ9ebgHPeAH59
Your GitHub profile (and 1–3 specific repos you're proud of).At least one live deployed product (URL) you built or substantially contributed to.A portfolio / demo that highlights your UI/UX craftsmanship.
Tell us, for each link, exactly what you built and which parts are yours.
Technical Assessment
We will evaluate your:Frontend architecture design and scalability decisions.Code quality and maintainability.Performance optimization strategy.Ability to convert product requirements into production-ready UI.End-to-end ownership during feature implementation.
Nice-to-HaveExperience building AI-powered, streaming, or data-heavy interfaces.Experience with Meta app development and mobile app development (iOS and Android) using Flutter, React Native, or similar cross-platform frameworks, including publishing to the App Store and Google Play.Knowledge of WebSockets, streaming UIs, and real-time collaboration features.Experience building embeddable widgets / SDKs (shadow-DOM isolation, CDN delivery).Experience with design systems and internal UI libraries.Exposure to animation libraries (Framer Motion, GSAP).Contributions to open-source React/Next.js projects.Experience working in early-stage startups.
What We OfferCompetitive salary with a strong growth trajectory.High-impact role with direct influence on product direction.Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-driven products.Fast execution cycles and a strong ownership culture.Learning budget for courses and certifications.Collaborative in-office engineering culture in Hyderabad.

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