About the role
Udacity is seeking a talented and motivated Frontend Software Engineer to join our dynamic team responsible for developing and maintaining the user-facing applications that power our student learning experience. In this role, you will be at the forefront of creating intuitive, high-performance interfaces that enhance the educational journey for thousands of learners around the world. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to explore and integrate emerging technologies, including generative AI, to create more personalized and adaptive learning experiences.
Responsibilities:
Develop and Maintain User Interfaces: Develop responsive and visually appealing user interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers, and product managers to translate design concepts and user requirements into functional applications.
Optimize Performance: Ensure the applications are optimized for speed, responsiveness, and accessibility across various devices and browsers.
Write Clean, Maintainable Code: Follow best practices for code quality, testing, and documentation to build reliable and maintainable frontend components.
Troubleshoot and Debug: Identify and resolve frontend issues and bugs in a timely manner, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Contribute to Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and helping to uphold high coding standards within the team.
What We Value:
Proven Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with a strong portfolio of web applications and projects.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in HTML, CSS, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Cypress/Playwright, and GraphQL.
Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a focus on troubleshooting and debugging complex issues.
Passion for Usability: A deep commitment to building intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that create a seamless experience for users. Your work will directly impact how our students interact with our platform, and your passion for crafting accessible and engaging products will help drive the success of our educational tools.
Passion for Education: A genuine interest in using technology to enhance learning experiences and make education more accessible.
About the company
Udacity is on a mission of forging futures in tech through radical talent transformation in digital technologies. We offer a unique and immersive online learning platform, powering corporate technical training in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Autonomous Systems, Cloud Computing and more. Our rapidly growing global organization is revolutionizing how the enterprise market bridges the talent shortage and skills gaps during their digital transformation journey.