Senior Software Engineer - React New

Nearform; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual company bonus

Remote work flexibility

Remote working allowance

Training & development

Private healthcare

Job summary

Nearform is seeking a Senior Engineer in the United States to design and build AI-enabled applications with React and related frameworks. You will contribute to data storage solutions, performance optimizations, and collaboration with distributed teams across client projects.

The role emphasizes 8+ years of experience, strong English communication, UI/UX insights, and hands-on experience with modern AI tools in an Agile setting, including working with cloud environments and databases.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial experience at a Senior Engineer level.
• Deep knowledge of modern AI frameworks and AI-native development practices.
• Practical experience delivering in an agile environment.
• Experience with UI/UX design principles and tools to craft interfaces.
• Knowledge of version control tools (Git).
• Testing experience across unit, integration and end-to-end tests.
• Experience with databases and cloud environments.
• Experience collaborating via pull requests and code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building applications using React and related frameworks; lead technical delivery.
• Contribute to defining structured practices in source code management, build and deployment.
• Designing and implementing data storage solutions.
• Optimize performance for speed and scalability.
• Gather feedback from users/clients and build solutions.
• Analyze client requirements with the team and implement.
• Collaborate with Technical Leaders and client teams on project execution.

Skills

Senior Engineer experience

AI frameworks

UI/UX design principles

Agile

Git

Testing (unit/integration/e2e)

Databases & Cloud

Collaborative development

English proficiency

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Job description

This is afull-time, permanent opportunity for candidates based in the United States and authorized to work without sponsorship. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position also requires traveling to client sites within the U.S., withtravel expenses covered by the company.

About Nearform

Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact.

Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.

Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart.

As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products.
Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems.

About the Senior Python Engineer role

As a Senior Engineer at Nearform your main task will be designing & building applications using React and its frameworks. However as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects your responsibilities may also include:

• Supporting component design, development and maintenance and taking responsibility for personal technical quality standards within the project team.
• Assisting with defining structured practices, especially in source code management, building and deployment.
• Designing and implementing data storage solutions.
• Optimising performance in applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Getting feedback from users and clients, and building solutions for them.
• Assisting with the analysis of client requirements.
• Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery.
• Collaborating with client teams.

What we are looking for in this person:

• Significant experience delivering at a Senior Engineer level. Our Seniors typically have at least 8 years of commercial experience.
• Deep knowledge and experience with modern AI frameworks andAI-native development practices and tools.
• Hands-on experience with UI/UX design principles and tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD) to craft wireframes, prototypes, and polished interfaces before writing code.
• Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment.
• Practical experience and knowledge of developing real-world solutions.
• Deep understanding of version control tools - e.g. Git.
• Testing experience and familiarity with testing tools at all levels, unit, integration and end-to-end testing.
• Practical and real-world experience working with databases and cloud environments.
• Experience building software collaboratively using pull requests and code reviews.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Nice to have:

• Experience with AI application development and Agentic frameworks and platforms (e.g., LangGraph, Agentspace, etc.)
• Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.
• Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem!
• Flexible Time Off Package - We offer a flexible annual leave policy plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more.
• Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in USD) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join.
• Training and Development Allowance - Nearform is committed to supporting and investing in employees’ ongoing learning and professional development. You will be encouraged to pursue relevant learning opportunities that support your growth and the growth of others, subject to manager approval.
• Healthcare - It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team.
• 401k - We offer a 401k plan and match up to 4%, with no minimum entry requirements and immediate vesting of employers’ contributions.

Our Interview Process

• Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom)
  An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment.
• Technical Assessment (1 hour via Zoom)
  A live coding challenge with one of our trained interviewers. You'll be asked to build a working solution to a problem via screen sharing, demonstrating your Python expertise, problem-solving ability, and coding best practices in a real-time environment.
• Hiring Manager Interview (45 mins via Zoom)
  A conversation with a Hiring Manager focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join.

There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project.

Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence.

If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.

Our salary range is $150,000 - 180,000 + bonus & benefits. Further details will be discussed in the initial interview, and final compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors discussed during the interview process.