Senior Software Engineer, Frontend/Web Application (Multiple Levels)

About Beacon AI

Beacon AI is developing AI pilot assistant technology to transform aviation, flight safety, operational efficiency, and pilot capabilities. We are on a mission to leverage the power of artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to revolutionize the aviation industry. Join us to be at the cutting edge of technological innovation for the second century of aviation.

Role Overview

We are seeking a self-motivated and talented Senior Frontend Web Developer who can bring a unique blend of skills to our team as we build innovative frontend interfaces that interact with our advanced flight safety system in flight. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to play an active role in building a critical application to our overall platform that allows users away from aircraft to interact with the data and make meaning from flights. You will not only impact how the application performs, but also how it looks by working closely with our product and UX/UI design teams to bridge the gap between design and technical implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Feature Development: Build new features and improve existing functionality for a web application built in React.

• Data Handling: Handle data from multiple sources, both live and archived.

• System Design: Design systems to efficiently handle large amounts of data and build efficient, custom components.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with teammates throughout the stack for design and implementation decisions.

• Third-Party Libraries: Work with popular third-party libraries to enhance functionality.

• UX/UI Collaboration: Partner with a UX/UI designer to ensure the implementation of a user interface that is consistent, intuitive, and user-friendly.

• User Interface: Develop new, user-focused interface features ensuring technical viability for speed and scalability.

• Documentation: Develop frontend documentation to catalog relevant solutions in our technology stack.

• Data Streams: Work with data streams and collaborate with the rest of our engineers to develop the best solutions for live-streaming and playback features.

• Testing: Write and maintain robust test coverage to ensure the application functions as expected.

• Reusable Code: Build reusable code and libraries for future use.

What Will Make You Successful

• Proven Frontend Expertise: At least 6 years of experience building web applications and delivering high-performance, user-facing features.

• Frontend Technologies: Strong expertise with frontend technologies and an excellent understanding of Javascript, ES6, React and Typescript.

• Web Markup: Proficiency with HTML5 and CSS3.

• CSS Pre-Processing: Familiarity with CSS pre-processing platforms like SCSS, SASS, or LESS.

• Asynchronous Requests: Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates and Axios.

• Streaming Proficiency: Proficiency with data streaming.

Bonus Points

• Passion for Aviation: Passion for aviation and improving air-travel efficiency and safety.

• Geo-Mapping Tools: Experience with online geo-mapping tools such as MapBox or Cesium.

This is a hybrid role and requires working from our San Carlos, CA office at least three days a week, with the option to work remotely the remaining days.

Perks & Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our generous health benefits, with 80% of medical costs covered by the company for the employee and 25% for their dependents.

• Paid Time Off: Recharge and relax with 3 weeks of paid vacation, in addition to 14 company-paid holidays each year.

• Connectivity Stipend: Stay connected with our cell phone benefit, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role.

• Health and Wellness Allowance: Use this towards a gym membership or subscription to a meditation app, empowering you to prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• Financial Planning: Prepare for the future with our 401(k) program. While we currently do not offer matching, we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future.

For nearly all roles, the following may apply:

At this time, due to United States Department of State regulations, we are only able to hire U.S. Persons. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident (U.S. citizen, legal immigrant with a 'Green Card', or a protected individual who has been granted permanent asylum or refugee status.) These aerospace restrictions mean that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. All work must be performed in the United States.

Beacon AI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, employer complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employer expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.