Senior FrontEnd Engineer

About Phylax

Our team solves one of the most challenging problems in Web3: Security.

Phylax Systems is a tech startup, not a crypto company, building a credible security protocol for decentralized applications (DApps) on various networks by actively censoring hacks on the underlying network in participation with block builders.

We believe that the future of security is through open-source software and tools that enable users to share security practices. This is what we are calling open security. A different stance than most of our competitors, who build closed-source software.

Odysseas, the solo-founder of Phylax made a decision to work on hack prevention after his own experience with a hack. Anyone who has experienced a hack knows the feeling we are trying to engineer out of existence.

About the role

As a Senior Front-End Engineer, you will be responsible for developing high-quality, performant web applications for Phylax software products. You will collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and product managers to create a delightful user experience. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to grow with the company into a leadership role over time as the company scales and our team expands.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement responsive, high-performance web applications using React or other front-end frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in front-end development.

About you

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related front-end technologies.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Knowledge of modern front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
• Experience managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Github Actions, CircleCI).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with TypeScript and server-side rendering (e.g., Next.js).
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies, particularly Kanban.

Why join us

• Be part of the Phylax Founding team.
• Work on one of the most challenging topics in web3.
• Be the owner of your project and build it from the ground up.
• Deeply impactful work for the entire industry.
• You’ll join a team that appreciates and embraces shitposting.

What we offer

• Flexible PTO
• Health Insurance
• Major industry conferences and events covered
• Remote-first, with a hub in NYC
• New MacBook