Frontend Developer

About us:

Astra is a cyber security SaaS company that makes otherwise chaotic pentests a breeze with its one of a kind Pentest Platform. Astra's continuous vulnerability scanner emulates hacker behaviour to scan applications for 8300+ security tests. CTOs & CISOs love Astra because it helps them fix vulnerabilities in record time and move from DevOps to DevSecOps with Astra's CI/CD integrations.

Astra is loved by 650+ companies across the globe. In 2023 Astra uncovered 2 million+ vulnerabilities for its customers, saving customers $69M+ in potential losses due to security vulnerabilities. 

We've been awarded by the President of France Mr. François Hollande at the La French Tech program and Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi at the Global Conference on Cyber Security. Loom, MamaEarth, Muthoot Finance, Canara Robeco, ScripBox etc. are a few of Astra’s customers.

Role Overview:

As an SDE I Front-End Engineer at our company, you will play a crucial role in the development of the dashboard for our SaaS security platform.

Your primary focus will be on utilising Next.js, React, TypeScript, shadcn/ui (built on Radix UI), Tailwind CSS & TanStack Query to create an intuitive and efficient dashboard that meets the evolving needs of our users.  You will have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals, collaborating to deliver innovative solutions and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in web development. The role requires deep collaboration with the leadership, product, design, back-end and QA teams.

Join our team and contribute to the development of a cutting-edge SaaS security platform, where high-quality engineering and continuous learning are at the core of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product managers, product designers, and backend engineers to understand project requirements and translate them into code.
• You will research, design and code. What you create is also what you own.
• Develop consistent and user-friendly web interfaces based on Figma designs, using Next.js, React and shadcn/ui
• Utilize TypeScript for type safety and enhanced development workflows, ensuring code quality and reliability.
• Implement designs using shadcn/ui design kit (built on Radix UI) for consistent and modern UI components + utilize Tailwind CSS to style components and ensure a cohesive visual experience across the dashboard.
• Integrate Tanstack Query & Jotai for efficient data fetching and state management.
• Optimize web performance and ensure compatibility across different browsers and devices.
• Write clean, modular, and maintainable code while adhering to best practices, security and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues pre/post production, ensuring timely resolution to minimize impact on users. Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Ensuring timely delivery of the features/products
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating them into the development process when appropriate.

Requirements

• 3+ year of work experience with Next.js (preferred) or React
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Strong proficiency in Next.js and React, with demonstrable experience building web applications.
• Experience working with design systems and UI libraries, preferably shadcn/ui (built on Radix UI).
• Proficiency in CSS, particularly with Tailwind CSS, for styling and layout.
• Familiarity with state management libraries such as Tanstack Query(React Query)/Jotai.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Understanding of basic UX principles and what makes a great user experience
• Solid understanding of web development concepts such as HTML, JavaScript, and responsive design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Benefits

• Embrace the cosy remote work lifestyle.
• Feel the startup adrenaline pumping through your veins.
• Revel in our open, growth-centric ambiance; it's like a digital playground.
• Dive deep into the captivating world of cybersecurity.
• And yes, get ready for some unforgettable workcations—think Chikmagalur & Jim Corbett. 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a passionate Frontend Engineer with 2 to 4 years of experience to build high-quality, scalable, and user-friendly web applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life using modern JavaScript frameworks, maintaining best-in-class UI standards, performance, and code quality.

Website: https://www.thealteroffice.com/about

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain modern, high-performance, and responsive web applications using JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue, or Next.js.
• Translate product designs from tools like Figma into pixel-perfect, accessible, and consistent UI components.
• Build reusable components and contribute to shared design systems or UI libraries.
• Manage state effectively using tools like Redux, Zustand, or Context API.
• Ensure applications are responsive, cross-browser compatible, and adhere to accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Optimize frontend performance using tools like Lighthouse, Web Vitals, and browser profiling.
• Use TypeScript to write type-safe and scalable code.
• Write unit, integration, and E2E tests using frameworks like Jest, Testing Library, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Work with backend teams to design APIs and ensure efficient, secure frontend-backend integration.
• Implement frontend security best practices, such as XSS protection and CSP.
• Use tools like Tailwind CSS, Framer Motion, and Styled Components for rapid, modern UI development.
• Contribute to CI/CD workflows, version control using Git, and deploy applications using platforms like Vercel, Netlify, or Firebase.
• Participate in code reviews, share knowledge, and help drive technical excellence across the team.

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of experience building and shipping frontend applications in a professional setting.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3, with a strong understanding of modern frontend architecture.
• Hands-on experience with at least one JavaScript framework/library (React preferred).
• Strong knowledge of TypeScript and state management tools.
• Solid understanding of UI/UX best practices, including responsive design, performance, and accessibility.
• Experience with testing methodologies and automation tools.
• Familiarity with design systems, component libraries, and modern build/deployment tools (Webpack, Vite, Vercel, etc.).
• Comfortable working in agile teams, collaborating with designers, product managers, and backend engineers.

• Create website layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices
• Deep expertise and hands-on experience with Web Applications and programming languages such as HTML, CSS.
• The candidate must have a strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions, and standards.
• Candidate must have knowledge of standards used for creating a responsive website.
• The candidate will be able to edit digital images with photoshop.

• Proven experience of at least 1 year as a Web developer.
• Proficiency in front-end development web programming languages such as HTML and CSS, JQuery, and JavaScript.
• Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other visual design tools.
• Excellent visual design skills.
• Creative and open to new ideas.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new techniques.
• Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude