Turnitin · 2 days ago
Principal Frontend Software Engineer (US Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$127K/yr - $211K/yr
10+ years expTurnitin is a recognized innovator in the global education space, seeking a Frontend Engineer with expertise in modern frontend technologies. The role involves designing and delivering high-performing user interfaces, collaborating with various teams to enhance the user experience of their educational platform.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain highly efficient, reusable, and scalable web components using Stencil.js, TypeScript, Angular, and React
Build modular and reusable UI components to ensure consistency and maintainability across projects
Establish and enforce best practices for system design, including accessibility (WCAG compliance), performance optimization, and responsive design
Collaborate with the team to define the architecture of the design system or component
Ensure seamless integration of web components into various applications, particularly within Angular/React projects
Work closely with backend engineers to design APIs that enable efficient data flow and interaction with frontend components
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to modern standards and practices
Perform regular code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
Create robust unit and integration tests
Debug and resolve performance bottlenecks and other frontend issues
Work closely with designers and product managers to understand requirements and provide technical insights during the planning phase
Mentor junior frontend engineers, sharing knowledge on web components, Stencil.js, TypeScript, Angular, and React
Continuously improve the performance of frontend applications, ensuring compatibility with various browsers and platforms
Optimize assets and rendering pipelines for faster load times and better user experience
Create comprehensive documentation for the developed reusable components, including usage guidelines and examples
Provide technical support to teams integrating the components into their projects
Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies
Proactively suggest improvements to existing tooling, frameworks, or processes to enhance team efficiency and product quality
Collaborate with DevOps to streamline CI/CD processes for frontend builds and deployments
Ensure smooth handoff of frontend deliverables to QA and collaborate on addressing issues during testing
Qualification
Required
10+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years working on web components and Angular/React projects; building micro-frontends
Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining reusable libraries and design systems used across multiple projects
Deep understanding of TypeScript, including advanced types, generics, and best practices for scalable codebases
Extensive experience with HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, or similar tools
Strong debugging skills for browser-based issues and performance optimizations
Knowledge of frontend performance best practices, including rendering optimization, lazy loading, and asset management
Experience with modern build tools like esbuild, Rollup, or Vite
Proficiency with version control systems like Git
Understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and responsive design principles
Proven experience collaborating effectively with designers, product managers, and backend teams across geographically distributed time zones, including Europe and the USA, to deliver seamless and cohesive user experiences
Strong communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts and collaborate effectively
Familiarity with integrating frontend builds into CI/CD pipelines, specifically using GitHub Actions
Preferred
Understanding or experience with backend technologies
Knowledge of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and modern browser APIs
Expertise in web components development using Stencil.js or similar frameworks
Familiarity with tools like Storybook for component documentation
Experience working with Agile/Scrum teams
Benefits
Remote First Culture
Health Care Coverage
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Time Off
Self-Care Days
National Holidays
2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Charitable Contribution Match
Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement
Access to Employee Assistance Program (mental health platform)
Parental Leave
Retirement Plan with match/contribution
Company
Turnitin
Academic integrity starts here.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2019-03-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Chris Caren
CEO
Iana Mykhailenko
Director Of Engineering
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