Senior Software Engineer (UIUX)

Appspace (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Senior Software Engineer (UI/UX) to develop and maintain web applications using React and Angular. This role involves bridging design and production while collaborating with UX Directors. Candidates should possess over 8 years of experience in software development and have strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, alongside component mastery in React and Angular. The company offers competitive benefits, including flexible work schedules and remote opportunities.

Benefits

20 Days PTO

Flexible work schedules

Remote work opportunities

Paid company holidays

Appspace Quiet Fridays

Casual dress work environment

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Transport/parking allowance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial software development experience in an agile environment.
• Expert-level knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Significant experience with React and Angular.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of web applications using React and Angular.
• Build and optimize reusable front-end components.
• Identify and fix UI/UX bottlenecks impacting user experience.

Skills

AI Proficiency

HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS), JavaScript

React

Angular

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

Communication Skills

Tools

Node.js

jQuery

Job description

Overview

Senior Software Engineer (UI/UX) – Lead Individual Contributor responsible for the development and maintenance of our web applications using React and Angular. You will bridge design and production, collaborating with UX Directors to ensure technical feasibility, accessibility compliance, usability, and aesthetic precision.

A Day in the Life

• Core Engineering: Utilise advanced AI‑powered development practices and tools to generate, refine, and review clean, highly performant, and maintainable code in React and Angular, focusing on complex requirements and maximum efficiency.
• UX/Engineering Bridge: Work closely with the Director of UX to implement sophisticated user interfaces, ensuring the “intent” of the design – including interaction patterns – is preserved in the final product.
• Component Mastery: Build and optimise reusable, accessible‑by‑default front‑end components and libraries for maximum performance across various web browsers.
• Technical Strategy: Participate in consultation with the Development Lead to estimate efforts and solve complex front‑end architecture challenges, such as focus management in single‑page applications.
• Quality & Performance: Develop unit‑testable code and leverage modern web technologies (e.g., Service Workers, Local Storage) to ensure a fast, seamless user experience.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Identify and fix UI/UX bottlenecks and bugs that impact the end‑user experience.

What You’ll Need

• AI Proficiency: Leverage AI IDEs (e.g., Cursor) and AI‑powered tools as a fundamental practice, with a proven track record of using them to consistently accelerate and enhance UI/UX development and modification.
• Experience: 8+ years of commercial software development experience in an agile environment as a strong Individual Contributor.
• Technical Skillset: Expert‑level knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS), and JavaScript, combined with proficiency in the Web Tech Stack, including Node.js, jQuery, and Web Technologies (postMessage, local storage, service workers, etc.).
• Framework Fluency: Significant experience with React and Angular. You should be comfortable working across both ecosystems.
• UX Sensibility: A strong eye for detail and the ability to empathise with the customer’s viewpoint. You understand that “done” means the feature works, feels good to use, and is usable by everyone.
• Design Systems Experience: Proven experience working with and contributing to Design Systems, including building reusable components, maintaining consistency across products, and collaborating closely with Design to evolve shared patterns and guidelines at scale.
• Accessible Systems: Deep understanding of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how they apply to modern web/mobile interfaces.
• Professional Rigor: Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards for code quality and documentation.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with the UX and Backend teams.

The Perks of Working for Appspace

• 20 Days PTO
• Flexible work schedules
• Remote work opportunities
• Paid company holidays
• Appspace Quiet Fridays (No non‑essential internal meetings scheduled)
• A casual dress work environment
• Competitive salaries, medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health resources, a 14‑week maternity leave programme, and transport/parking allowance (for all KL‑based team members)

Disclaimer: Appspace is committed to equitable compensation practices and complies with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. For jurisdictions that require pay scale disclosure, a general compensation range may be provided during the initial stages of the interview process. Final compensation will be based on multiple factors including experience, skills, certifications, and overall fit for the role. If you are located in a jurisdiction with specific pay transparency requirements, we will be happy to discuss the relevant range during your application process.