FRONTEND ENGINEER JOBS

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What is a Frontend Engineer?

Frontend engineers build the user-facing parts of web applications. At startups, you'll own entire features from design handoff to production, working closely with product and design teams to create exceptional user experiences.

Salary Ranges

$70k - $100k
Junior (0-2 years)
$100k - $150k
Mid-Level (2-5 years)
$150k - $220k
Senior (5+ years)

Typical Responsibilities

Build responsive, accessible web interfaces

Implement designs with pixel-perfect accuracy

Optimize performance and loading times

Write clean, maintainable component code

Collaborate with designers on UX improvements

Set up and maintain frontend tooling

Required Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript
React or Vue
HTML & CSS
Responsive design
Git version control
REST APIs

Nice to Have

Next.js or Remix
Testing (Jest, Cypress)
State management
GraphQL
Design tools (Figma)
Performance optimization

Career Path

Entry
Junior Frontend Engineer
0-2 years
Mid
Frontend Engineer
2-5 years
Senior
Senior Frontend Engineer
5-8 years
Staff
Staff Frontend Engineer
8+ years
Lead
Frontend Tech Lead
6+ years

Interview Tips

Build a Strong Portfolio

Have 2-3 polished projects with live demos. Interviewers want to see your work, not just talk about it.

Know Your Fundamentals

CSS layouts, JavaScript closures, event handling, async patterns. These come up constantly.

Prepare for System Design

Be ready to design component architectures, state management approaches, and API integration patterns.

Show Accessibility Awareness

Understanding a11y basics sets you apart. Mention ARIA, semantic HTML, and keyboard navigation.

Profile Tips for Frontend Engineers

Include deployed projects with working demosShow mobile-responsive designsHighlight any performance optimizationsMention specific frameworks you've usedAdd a video explaining your favorite project
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Essentially the same role. 'Engineer' is more common at tech companies and startups, while 'developer' is used more broadly. The skills and responsibilities are identical.

Not required, but helpful. Understanding APIs, basic backend concepts, and how data flows makes you more effective. Many startups appreciate frontend engineers who can work across the stack.

React dominates the startup job market. Learn React first for maximum opportunities. Vue is excellent but has fewer openings. Knowing both is even better.

Very important. Most modern startups use TypeScript. It's becoming expected rather than optional. If you don't know it yet, start learning—it's essential for competitive positions.

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