TradeGenius is building a next-generation crypto terminal and exchange, with the deepest network coverage of any terminal and the most liquid backers in the industry (details on request). Front-end is not decorative here: it is the conversion engine, the retention loop, and the brand differentiator. While this role is front-end focused, we value engineers who can contribute across the stack. We’ve processed over $1.5B in volume and serve 1.5M+ users.
ResponsibilitiesArchitect, build, and maintain high-performance front-end applications using Next.js and TypeScript.
Implement pixel-perfect, responsive, and accessible UI components.
Collaborate with product and design to deliver seamless user experiences for advanced trading workflows.
Optimize performance across devices and browsers with attention to rendering speed, bundle size, and load time.
Integrate front-end with APIs and occasionally contribute to back-end development when needed.
Uphold best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation.
Mentor junior developers and influence engineering culture and standards.
4+ years of professional front-end development experience.
Expert-level proficiency with Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
Strong grasp of modern front-end architecture, performance optimization, and state management.
Experience integrating with REST and WebSocket APIs.
Familiarity with back-end concepts (Node.js, databases, cloud services, Postgres) is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to own features end-to-end in production systems.
Ability to operate independently in a distributed or remote-first environment.
Speed. Speed. Speed. Execution and iteration velocity matter.
Prior experience in fintech, trading platforms, or real-time applications.
Contributions to open-source or technically substantial side projects.
Comfort with rapid iteration and startup velocity.
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