Remote Principal Software Engineer – UI/Frontend

Description:

• Cast & Crew is seeking a Principal Software Engineer, UI/Frontend Developer to lead the design and implementation of scalable, responsive, and highly-interactive front-end and mobile applications.
• The role requires expertise in React, Material-UI Pro, Untitled UI, micro-frontend architecture, federated component development, CSS, and HTML.
• The engineer will work closely with the UI/UX team on component development, ensuring modularity and reusability, and will collaborate with backend teams to integrate RESTful services.
• This position demands advanced UI/UX skills to drive product responsive design and improve performance.
• The successful candidate will lead the development of complex, high-performance, scalable responsive UIs using modern frameworks and drive the adoption of micro-frontend architectures.
• Responsibilities include mentoring other UI engineers, utilizing modern styling frameworks, collaborating with the UX/UI team, and staying updated on industry best practices.
• The engineer will also develop narratives to connect complex concepts to non-technical audiences and uphold design standards for products.
• The role involves articulating design goals with stakeholders, innovating digital experiences, and making informed technical decisions that support product strategy.
• The position fosters a collaborative environment and promotes effective communication among engineering teams and cross-functional departments.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Candidates must have 7+ years of proven experience with frontend technologies, especially Reactjs, Nodejs, HTML, CSS, MUI, and Untitled UI, and familiarity with Angular and/or Vuejs.
• A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated UX/UI experience in creating and implementing Visual/UI design is necessary.
• Hands-on experience in micro-frontend architectures and component-based development is required.
• Proficiency in using RESTful APIs and ensuring efficient front-end/back-end data flows is essential.
• Strong experience in optimizing applications for speed and scalability is needed.
• Experience with prototyping/design tools such as Figma is preferred.
• A deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies and industry-standard processes is required.
• Candidates should have a keen eye for modern, visually appealing, and intuitive interface design with strong attention to detail.
• A commitment to continuous process improvement and optimization in dynamic, collaborative, and agile environments is necessary.
• The ability to translate complex technical requirements into user-friendly designs under aggressive timelines is essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across teams are required.
• Candidates must be able to prioritize and manage multiple milestones and projects efficiently.
• A passion for innovation, continuous learning, and keeping up with emerging technologies and industry trends is expected.

Benefits:

• Cast & Crew provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Employees receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and have access to health and wellness programs.
• Employee discounts and additional benefits are also included in the package.
• Note that benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.