Staff Software Engineer, Frontend
Summary
Genius AI is hiring a Staff Frontend Engineer to own the technical direction of its web platform — shared UI frameworks, component libraries, tooling, and release infrastructure — while championing AI-assisted development across teams. Core stack: React, TypeScript, modern frontend architecture, and AI tools like Cursor and GitHub Copilot.
Genius AI is seeking a Staff Frontend Engineer to own the technical direction of the web platform, including shared UI frameworks, component libraries, tooling, and release infrastructure. This role is a force multiplier, setting new standards for frontend engineering, embedding AI-powered development practices, and enabling teams to ship faster and more reliably.
Responsibilities will include:
- Architect and drive the development of scalable, reusable frontend components and shared libraries for all product teams
- Define and execute the long-term technical direction of the web platform, including framework decisions, architecture patterns, and developer experience
- Champion AI-powered development tools across engineering, establishing best practices for AI-assisted frontend engineering
- Own frontend tooling, build pipelines, and developer workflows to increase velocity across teams
- Set and raise the bar for frontend best practices, including code quality, accessibility, performance optimization, Core Web Vitals, and design system consistency
- Identify and solve systemic problems with broad impact across multiple teams
- Partner with product managers, designers, and engineering teams to deliver a cohesive, high-quality web experience
You’re a great fit if you:
- Have 7+ years of professional frontend engineering experience, with a track record of leading high-impact technical work and owning platform-level decisions
- Possess deep expertise in React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architecture, and have used AI tooling to enhance quality and velocity
- Have a strong understanding of web performance and experience using AI-assisted tooling to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently
- Regularly use tools like Cursor and GitHub Copilot to architect, debug, and ship code, and have influenced AI-assisted development practices on your teams
- Have experience building and evolving component libraries, design systems, or shared UI frameworks
- Demonstrate ownership and initiative, setting technical direction and adapting based on production learnings
- Are a strong communicator who can influence technical direction and align stakeholders across teams
Total Compensation
- Competitive health and dental insurance options, effective on your first day
- Flexible PTO
- In-office lunch twice per week for NYC and SF employees, plus late night dinner stipends
- Access to Wellhub for discounted gym memberships, fitness classes, and mental health resources
- Annual stipend for professional development and continued learning
- High performers at 5 years receive a generous stipend for personal recharge
- 401k benefit, eligible to contribute from day 1
- Dependent Care FSA
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility and adoption benefits via Carrot and Kindbody
Genius AI is committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel supported and empowered to do their best work and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

