Frontend Engineer

Blockdaemon; Galway; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading blockchain technology firm in Galway is seeking a Frontend Engineer to develop accessible web applications. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of experience, proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, and familiarity with frameworks like React. Join a diverse team that values innovation and continuous learning in the blockchain space.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Strong understanding of modern web technologies.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain accessible web applications.
• Translate user needs into UI/UX experiences.
• Optimize web applications for performance and accessibility.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Responsive design principles

Git

Collaboration skills

Tools

Redux

D3.js

GraphQL

Job description

Position Overview

At Blockdaemon, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We are seeking a Frontend Engineer to join our Wallet Engineering Team. If you're passionate about creating intuitive, user-friendly, performant, and accessible web applications that empower people to navigate the blockchain ecosystem with ease, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including designers, product managers, and backend engineers—to bring visually engaging and inclusive applications to life. You will leverage modern frontend technologies to build scalable, accessible experiences while ensuring high-quality code, security, and best practices.

We welcome candidates who are excited to contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment where diverse voices are celebrated.

Your Impact

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, accessible web applications using modern frontend technologies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate user needs and product requirements into seamless UI/UX experiences.
• Ensure code quality, maintainability, reliability, and accessibility through robust testing practices, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Optimize web applications for performance, scalability, and accessibility, ensuring inclusivity for all users, regardless of ability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, best practices, and advancements in frontend development and blockchain technology.
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers, fostering an inclusive and collaborative learning culture that encourages growth and development.

Role Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in frontend development with a strong portfolio of web applications.
• Expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks such as React, Svelte, or Vue.
• Strong understanding of modern web technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX, or Vuex).
• Familiarity with design systems and component libraries to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Experience with AI tools like Cursor, Claude Code or other relevant LLM development tools
• A growth mindset and openness to learning new technologies—if you don’t have all these skills yet but are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply!

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Involvement in building crypto wallets, exchanges, or other financial software.
• Exposure to blockchain technology, smart contracts, or web3 tools such as ethers.js, wagmi, or web3.js.
• Experience working with data visualization libraries (e.g., D3.js, Chart.js) to create insightful and interactive user experiences.
• Familiarity with GraphQL APIs and backend integration.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and experience building inclusive, accessible user experiences.

Tech Stack

• React
• Typescript
• Mobx / Redux
• Mantine Core

About Us

We Power the Blockchain economy.

Blockdaemon powers the blockchain economy with its suite of industry-leading infrastructure solutions. We are a globally established, ISO-27001 certified partner with extensive protocol coverage, offering technical depth, industry-leading SLAs, 70+ global points of presence through 10+ cloud and bare metal providers, and 24/7 support for an unmatched institutional-grade experience. We provide integrated business solutions to exchanges, custodians, crypto platforms, financial institutions, and developers using our end-to-end suite of blockchain tools, including dedicated nodes, APIs, staking, liquid staking, MPC tech, and more. Blockdaemon provides its customers with the confidence to quickly and easily scale without compromising security or compliance.

We are a globally distributed team.

Blockdaemon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.