Senior Frontend Engineer

About the role

Join the Alarms team to develop user interfaces for Verkada's AI-powered intrusion detection and video monitoring systems. You will work in a startup-like environment to build real-time security tools such as maps, alerts, and timelines. In this capacity, you will own the frontend implementation of critical user workflows that directly impact how customers monitor and secure their environments. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional partners to translate product requirements into high-quality, production-ready user interfaces. You will guide technical strategy while mentoring engineering staff and elevating the frontend practice across the organization. This position involves significant responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of features that affect both operator efficiency and user trust. You will contribute hands-on coding across the stack, including backend API work and full-stack tasks where necessary. The successful candidate will help define and maintain the frontend architecture that powers Verkada's security operations at scale.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Develop responsive web interfaces using React for security workflows in the alarms domain.
• Design and maintain scalable frontend architecture that supports evolving security requirements.
• Work with product, design, and backend teams on end-to-end feature delivery for mission-critical workflows.
• Guide technical strategy and mentor engineering staff to improve frontend quality and productivity.
• Contribute to backend API development and full-stack tasks to ensure cohesive integration across systems.
• Build and refine real-time security tools such as maps, alerts, and timelines that respond to dynamic data streams.
• Optimize UI performance and ensure robust behavior across browsers and devices used in security operations.
• Implement features that balance user experience with the stringent reliability needs of physical security systems.
• Collaborate closely with designers to translate concepts into accessible, intuitive, and consistent user interfaces.
• Partner with data and analytics teams to instrument interfaces and drive improvements based on user behavior.
• Support the deployment and maintenance of frontend applications within cloud and on-premises environments.
• Troubleshoot complex asynchronous interactions and API integrations to resolve production issues efficiently.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and long-term planning for the frontend platform.
• Represent the frontend perspective in cross-team coordination to align on priorities and technical standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in production web application development in professional settings.
• Proficiency in JavaScript and modern frontend frameworks, specifically React, with a strong track record of building reliable interfaces.
• Deep understanding of UI performance, browser behavior, and frontend architecture under real-world conditions.
• Product-focused mindset with an emphasis on user experience and the impact of design decisions on security workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to debug complex asynchronous systems and work effectively with diverse APIs.
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development tooling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in TypeScript to enhance code quality and maintainability in large-scale applications.
• Experience with Go or backend development to support full-stack contributions and API integration.
• Exposure to AWS or cloud deployments for hosting and scaling security applications.
• Interest in AI, real-time systems, or physical security to align with Verkada's product vision and market needs.

Practical notes

• Visa sponsorship is available for this role for eligible candidates.
• This is an onsite position at the San Mateo headquarters, requiring presence at the office.
• The role operates on a standard full-time schedule in alignment with the company's operational hours.
• Compensation includes base salary within the range of $130,000 to $280,000 USD annually and potential equity in the form of RSUs.
• Benefits include 100% employer-covered premiums for at least one medical plan and 80% coverage for family premiums.
• Additional benefits include HSA/FSA options, mental health support, parental leave, fertility benefits, and professional development stipends.
• The company provides daily lunches and commuter benefits to support employee well-being and convenience.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship requirements for this position.