Software Engineer I – Frontend & Data Viz

Ookla; United States; Remote; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ookla in the United States is seeking a Software Engineer to join a team building next-generation data visualization platforms. You will develop robust web apps with React, Redux, and Vite, and collaborate across teams to deliver features that empower customers with actionable connectivity insights.

We value strong problem-solving, clear communication, and a proactive approach to learning new technologies, including AI tooling to accelerate development while maintaining human oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent working experience.
• Some exposure to frontend frameworks like React, AngularJS, VueJS, etc.
• Understanding of modern JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and other front-end technologies.
• Experience writing automated tests and understanding/recommending testing strategies; Vitest, RTL experience preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, algorithmic, and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Detail-oriented, both visually and logistically.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust and scalable web applications using React, Redux (RTK Toolkit), and Vite.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop and implement new features and functionalities for our data visualization platforms and portals.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code and adhere to best practices in software development.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure the quality of the codebase.
• Help develop, maintain and test RESTful APIs for data processing and handling.
• Participate in agile development methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues, identifying and implementing solutions in a timely manner.
• Eye for detail and knack for noticing and perfecting subtle interactions and fine points that impact user experience.

Skills

React

Redux (RTK Toolkit)

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

RTK Toolkit

Vite

TypeScript

Node.js

AWS

Job description

Ookla in the United States is seeking a Software Engineer to join a team building next-generation data visualization platforms. You will develop robust web apps with React, Redux, and Vite, and collaborate across teams to deliver features that empower customers with actionable connectivity insights.

We value strong problem-solving, clear communication, and a proactive approach to learning new technologies, including AI tooling to accelerate development while maintaining human oversight.