Staff Front End Software Engineer at Topstep

Feedinkoo; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote to hybrid environment

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Food and groceries budget

Job summary

Topstep is seeking a Staff Front End Software Engineer to guide architecture and delivery for our trader experience. You will mentor engineers, define engineering patterns, and drive quality and performance at scale across teams.

You will own React/TypeScript systems, design scalable component libraries, and partner with product, design, and backend teams on GraphQL integrations and UI/UX standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on React development.
• 6+ years total in full-stack or frontend development.
• Strong foundation in TypeScript and modern web technologies.
• Experience with state management (Zustand, ContextAPI, or similar).
• Proven track record of building scalable frontend architectures.
• Eye for design and exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities

• Architect intuitive, responsive trading interfaces with Product Managers and designers.
• Lead frontend development efforts and provide technical guidance to the team.
• Develop and maintain scalable React component libraries and design systems.
• Collaborate with backend team to design efficient GraphQL integrations.
• Drive performance optimization initiatives for trading latency.
• Mentor team members through code reviews and knowledge sharing.

Skills

React

Frontend architecture

TypeScript

State management

UI/UX awareness

Leadership mindset

Learning mindset

Tools

Vite

Bun

npm/yarn

GraphQL

Job description

Are you a systems‑minded engineer who thrives on shaping technical direction, mentoring others, and driving impact at scale? As a Staff Front End Software Engineer at Topstep, you’ll play a foundational role in guiding how we design, build, and evolve the systems that power our trader experience. You’ll work at the intersection of architecture, delivery, and product strategy, leading cross‑team efforts, defining long‑term engineering patterns, and helping elevate the quality of both our code and our culture. This role is ideal for someone who brings a blend of hands‑on execution and high‑level vision, someone who’s excited to work across boundaries, challenge assumptions, and push for elegant solutions that scale with intention.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Managers and designers to architect intuitive, responsive trading interfaces
• Lead frontend development efforts and provide technical guidance to the team
• Develop and maintain scalable React component libraries and design systems
• Work closely with our backend team to design efficient GraphQL integrations
• Drive performance optimization initiatives because every millisecond counts in trading
• Champion best practices in frontend development and establish UI/UX standards
• Mentor team members through code reviews and knowledge sharing sessions
• Help shape the technical roadmap and future of how traders interact with financial markets

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands‑on React development experience
• 6+ years total in full‑stack or frontend development – we value the depth of experience you bring!
• Strong foundation in TypeScript and modern web technologies
• Experience with state management (Zustand,ContextAPI, or similar)
• Proven track record of building scalable, maintainable frontend architectures
• Eye for design and passion for creating exceptional user experiences
• Natural collaborator who enjoys working with cross‑functional teams
• Leadership mindset – comfortable mentoring, reviewing code, and setting technical direction
• Enthusiasm for learning and staying current with frontend trends

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in React, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3
• Experience with modern frontend tooling (Vite,Bun,npm/yarn)
• Strong GraphQL knowledge – we’re all‑in on GraphQL!
• Understanding of responsive design and cross‑browser compatibility
• Knowledge of frontend testing frameworks (Vitest,ReactTestingLibrary, etc.)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Zustand or similar lightweight state management solutions
• Modern frontend architectures (micro‑frontends, module federation)
• Data visualization libraries (D3.js,Chart.js, or similar)
• WebSockets or real‑time data streaming
• Performance optimization and monitoring tools
• Trading platforms or financial applications
• Design systems and component library development
• GraphQL schema design and Apollo Client
• Accessibility standards and WCAG compliance
• Bun runtime and Vitest testing framework
• Frontend build optimization and CI/CD pipelines
• Team leadership or mentoring experience

Company Culture & Perks

• Fully remote to hybrid working environment
• Culture of collaboration with cameras on during meetings and robust Slack environment
• 9 company‑paid holidays and generous family leave; paid time off accrued monthly
• Competitive 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance for full‑time employees
• Vacation encouragement with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days; employee referrals bonused
• Food and groceries budget and contributions toward health and wellness

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $180,000–$250,000
• Eligibility for performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents
• Compensation will consider internal structure and may vary by geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Topstep is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are valued. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.