Front-End Developer

About the role

The team builds user-facing features and interfaces for decentralized financial applications. This role collaborates with back-end engineers and designers to deliver high-performance user experiences in blockchain contexts. You will own the implementation of complex user flows that directly impact how traders interact with decentralized markets. The work involves translating intricate product requirements into robust and accessible interfaces that function reliably under real-world conditions. You will partner closely with designers to ensure pixel-perfect execution while maintaining the performance constraints of blockchain environments. A significant portion of the role involves debugging intricate issues that span the interaction between the user interface and on-chain data. You will be responsible for ensuring that the interface communicates clearly and efficiently with the back-end services powering the exchange. Your contributions will be visible in production applications that serve a global user base operating in high-stakes financial scenarios.

Key facts

What you'll do

Implement responsive user interfaces using Vue.js to ensure consistent behavior across diverse devices and screen sizes.

Integrate front-end layers with back-end services by consuming REST and gRPC APIs to power trading and data visualization features.

Establish and maintain a comprehensive testing suite to validate component behavior and prevent regressions in critical financial workflows.

Configure and optimize build pipelines and development tools to streamline the workflow for the engineering team.

Write clean and maintainable code that adheres to strict security standards required in financial applications.

Conduct in-depth code reviews to share knowledge and uphold the quality bar across the engineering organization.

Investigate and resolve complex performance bottlenecks that affect the responsiveness of trading dashboards and user panels.

Maintain a deep familiarity with the Cosmos ecosystem to ensure seamless interoperability with connected blockchain networks.

Integrate crypto wallet connections and manage authentication flows to enable users to interact with decentralized protocols securely.

Document front-end architecture and component patterns to support long-term maintainability and team scalability.

Collaborate with cross-functional partners to refine requirements and translate business objectives into technical user stories.

Monitor application health and user interactions to identify areas for improvement and drive iterative enhancements.

Contribute to the definition and enforcement of coding standards, tooling, and best practices across the UI codebase.

Support the product through the entire lifecycle, from initial launch through ongoing optimization and incident response.

Requirements

The posting states a bachelor's degree requirement. Bring 3+ years of professional experience in front-end development to handle complex user interfaces.

Demonstrate strong proficiency in Vue.js and its core principles to build reliable financial interfaces.

Show strong understanding of JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 for implementing responsive user experiences.

Apply experience with the Vue ecosystem, including Nuxt.js and Tailwind CSS, to streamline development workflows.

Exhibit familiarity with REST and gRPC APIs when connecting front-end layers to back-end services.

Have experience implementing and maintaining front-end testing frameworks to validate application behavior.

Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail for precise interface implementation.

Possess at least 1 year of experience in blockchain, Web3, or crypto to understand domain-specific requirements.

Value familiarity with the Cosmos ecosystem as a strong plus for interoperable scenarios.

Value experience integrating crypto wallets and interacting with blockchain-based applications for user flows.

Require fluency in English to communicate clearly with engineering and design partners.

Expect strong communication and collaboration skills when working with cross-functional teams.

Enable ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology in the finance industry.

Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Global team meet ups to connect with distributed colleagues.

Practical notes

This role is remote-friendly with flexible hours and operates under equal opportunity employment standards. Equipment and a home office stipend are provided as part of the package. Typical interview steps

Hiring for engineering roles usually starts with a recruiter screen, followed by one or two technical rounds. Candidates often solve a coding problem, discuss past projects, and answer system design questions. Some loops include a take-home task. Final rounds typically cover team fit and give candidates a chance to ask questions. Interviewers look for how you break down an unfamiliar problem, not just whether you reach the answer. Practicing a few problems aloud and reviewing your own past projects are the best preparation.