Description:

Float is seeking a Senior Front End Performance Engineer to optimize the performance of their web application for larger teams.
The role is critical for ensuring Float remains a best-in-class resource management tool, providing a smooth experience for users.
Responsibilities include upgrading to React 19, optimizing the performance of the Schedule feature, and stabilizing the internal performance test suite.
The engineer will contribute to front-end performance, define performance-oriented tooling, and own the roadmap for performance initiatives.
The position requires collaboration with a global team and a focus on creating simple and intuitive solutions for customers.
The role reports to Haakon, the Team Lead (Interfaces), and involves working asynchronously with a dedicated team.

Requirements:

Expertise in Javascript/Typescript and React is essential.
Experience in optimizing React applications is required.
Candidates should have ownership or strong contributions to front-end performance on products with large user bases and high data volumes.
A customer-oriented mindset and an investigative approach are necessary for success in this role.
High levels of autonomy and comfort with asynchronous communication are expected, along with previous remote work experience.

The salary for this role is US $167,471 (Level 3).
Float offers a fully remote work environment with a diverse global team.
The company promotes transparency and shares its Float Handbook publicly, detailing perks and benefits.
Employees are encouraged to thrive in their roles and do their best work, with a strong focus on work-life balance.