SDE - 2 (Frontend)

SDE-2 Frontend Engineer (AI-Native)Location: Mumbai (Preferred) / Remote, IndiaEmployment Type: Full-timeExperience: 4–8 YearsAbout the RoleWe are looking for a highly motivated SDE-2 Frontend Engineer to build intuitive, performant, and scalable web applications with AI woven into the product rather than bolted on. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys crafting exceptional user experiences, building modern React applications, and leveraging AI to create smarter, more delightful products.You'll work closely with Product, Design, Backend Engineering, and AI teams to deliver responsive, high-quality user interfaces while integrating AI-powered capabilities that enhance the user experience.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, test, and maintain scalable frontend applications using React, Next.js, and TypeScriptBuild responsive, accessible, and performant user interfaces with a strong focus on usability and user experienceIntegrate AI-powered features into frontend workflows, including conversational interfaces, AI assistants, and intelligent user experiencesConsume and integrate REST APIs and backend services efficientlyCollaborate closely with Product Managers, Designers, Backend Engineers, and AI teams to translate product requirements into elegant frontend solutionsOptimize application performance, rendering, and frontend architecture for scalabilityWrite clean, reusable, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practicesParticipate in code reviews, technical discussions, and architecture decisionsTroubleshoot production issues and continuously improve frontend reliability and performanceMentor junior engineers and help elevate frontend engineering standards across the teamMust-Have SkillsStrong hands-on experience with React.jsStrong experience with Next.js (SSR, SSG, App Router, routing, performance optimization)Expert-level proficiency in TypeScriptStrong understanding of modern JavaScript (ES6+)Experience working with REST APIs and frontend integration patternsStrong understanding of frontend architecture, state management (Redux, Zustand, Context API, etc.), and component designExperience with HTML5, CSS3, responsive design, and modern styling solutions (Tailwind CSS, CSS Modules, Styled Components, etc.)Experience with Git and collaborative development workflowsStrong understanding of frontend performance optimization, accessibility, and browser renderingExperience writing unit, integration, and end-to-end testsAbility to independently own frontend features from design to productionAI-native mindset with comfort using AI tools and LLM-powered developer workflowsStrongly PreferredExperience building AI-powered frontend experiences such as AI copilots, conversational interfaces, or intelligent dashboardsHands-on experience integrating LLM APIs and AI SDKs into production applicationsFamiliarity with prompt engineering, streaming responses, function/tool calling, and RAG-based user interfacesExperience working with agentic AI systems and multi-step AI workflowsTrack record of shipping AI features that delivered measurable product or business impactQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience4+ years of professional frontend software development experienceProven track record of building and scaling production-grade web applicationsStrong problem-solving and debugging skillsExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsWhat Success Looks LikeYou independently deliver complex frontend features with high quality and reliabilityYou build fast, scalable, and delightful user experiencesYou proactively identify UX improvements, performance bottlenecks, and opportunities to leverage AI within the productYou contribute meaningfully to frontend architecture and engineering best practicesYou balance speed, quality, and business impact while maintaining a strong engineering culturePreferred Candidate ProfileStrong ownership mindset with a bias for actionComfortable working in fast-paced product environmentsThinks from both an engineering and product perspectivePassionate about frontend craftsmanship and user experienceAI-native by instinct—actively explores new AI models, SDKs, and frontend AI patternsWrites clean, scalable, maintainable code with a focus on performance, accessibility, and reliability