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Beacon AI · 2 weeks ago

Lead Software Engineer, Frontend/Web App

San Carlos, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

6+ years exp

Beacon AI is a company dedicated to transforming aviation with an AI platform aimed at enhancing flight safety and efficiency. They are seeking a Lead Web App Engineer who will be responsible for developing innovative frontend interfaces and driving the technical direction of a critical web application that integrates with aviation data.

Air TransportationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big Data

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Feature Development: Lead the design and implementation of new features and enhancements for a web application built in React

Data Integration: Architect and handle data from multiple sources, including live and archived streams, to enable seamless user experiences

System Design: Design robust systems to efficiently handle large-scale data and build efficient, custom components tailored to user needs

Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to the engineering team, driving best practices through code reviews and architectural discussions

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including backend engineers, product managers, and UX/UI designers, to make informed design and implementation decisions

Third-Party Libraries: Integrate popular third-party libraries to enhance application functionality and streamline development

UX/UI Implementation: Partner with UX/UI designers to ensure the delivery of consistent, intuitive, and user-friendly interfaces

Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation to catalog solutions and practices within the frontend technology stack

Data Streaming: Design and implement solutions for live-streaming and playback features, ensuring optimal performance and reliability

Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop and maintain robust automated test coverage to ensure high-quality application functionality

Reusable Components: Build reusable code and libraries to accelerate future development efforts

Qualification

ReactJavaScriptTypeScriptAsynchronous ProgrammingHTML5CSS3Data HandlingPerformance OptimizationStartup MentalityAviation EnthusiasmGeo-Mapping ToolsStreaming ExpertiseLeadership SkillsWork Ethic

Required

Proven Frontend Expertise: 6-10+ years of experience building and deploying high-performance web applications with user-facing features

Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of frontend technologies, including JavaScript, ES6, React, and TypeScript

Web Development Skills: Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and CSS pre-processing platforms such as SCSS, SASS, or LESS

Asynchronous Programming: Strong understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and tools like Axios

Data Handling: Proficiency in managing and visualizing data streams efficiently

Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to take ownership of product lines, milestones, or feature sets and drive them forward with minimal supervision

Startup Mentality: Embody a proactive and resourceful mindset, taking initiatives from concept to implementation

High Technical Bar: Consistently set and uphold rigorous technical standards, contributing to hiring decisions and mentoring team members

Performance Optimization: Skill in analyzing and optimizing system performance for scalability and responsiveness

Work Ethic: Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful solutions

Preferred

Aviation Enthusiasm: Passion for aviation and a desire to improve air-travel efficiency and safety

Geo-Mapping Tools: Experience with online geo-mapping tools such as MapBox or Cesium

Streaming Expertise: Deep knowledge of live data streaming and playback solutions

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our generous health benefits, with 100% of medical costs covered by the company for the employee and 25% for their dependents.

Paid Time Off: Recharge and relax with 3 weeks of paid vacation, in addition to 13+ company-paid holidays each year.

Connectivity Stipend: Stay connected with our cell phone benefit, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role.

Health and Wellness Allowance: Use this towards a gym membership or subscription to a meditation app, empowering you to prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Financial Planning: Prepare for the future with our 401(k) program. While we currently do not offer matching, we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future.