Software Engineering Team Lead - Frontend
Squarespace is seeking an experienced frontend technology engineer to grow our Conversion product and team. We’re looking for an engineer who is hands-on - both in terms of writing JavaScript and contributing to user experience discussions, but who also wants to spend a part (
The Conversion team identifies user segments and tailors an actionable, understandable experience that connects our customers with the right product for their needs. As a frontend team lead, you’ll help build up a new team and own an essential part of the product. You will report to the Product Engineering Manager in our New York City headquarters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop new features into the Squarespace interface
- Lead other engineers and collaborate with designers to provide strong customer-focused experiences
- Have regular 1-1s with team members, and take an active role in code reviews for junior members
- Keep our product up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies such as React and ES2015+
- Practice disciplined software engineering (e.g. automated testing, code reviews, and writing beautiful, pragmatic code)
- Actively contribute to team and company standards
- Mentor junior team members
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong JavaScript development skills, understanding of new ES6 concepts, and proficiency in React, Angular, or other modern JS frameworks
- Familiarity with Java is a plus
- Experience managing a team of 3-5 engineers is a plus
- Extensive experience developing large-scale application software
- Have full knowledge of the DOM, new HTML5 constructs, and CSS3
- Have experience with Single Page Application development
- Develop features and create fulfilling user experiences
- A strong understanding of, and practical experience with, web application development
- A sincere commitment to crafting readable and reliable code
- BS or MS in Computer Science or related or equivalent industry experience
- 5+ years of industry experience
About Squarespace
Squarespace makes beautiful products to help people with creative ideas succeed. By blending elegant design and sophisticated engineering, we empower millions of people — from individuals and local artists to entrepreneurs shaping the world’s most iconic businesses — to share their stories with the world. Squarespace’s team of more than 570 is headquartered in downtown New York City, with offices in Dublin and Portland. For more information, visit www.squarespace.com/about.
Perks
- Health insurance with 100% premium covered
- Flexible vacation & paid time off
- Equity plan
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Free lunch and snacks
- Dog-friendly workplace
Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customer base, but we also strive for the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.