Staff Software Engineer - Frontend

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.; Village of Elmsford (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits for eligible

Paid training and professional develop

Career advancement opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Supportive and inclusive work env

Opportunity to work for the world's:'

Job summary

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer – FrontEnd to lead hands-on development for our flagship web applications, drive architecture, and mentor engineers.

You will design modular component systems, implement modern state management with Zustand, and push automated testing and CI/CD across teams.

You’ll guide internal and contractor engineers, leverage AI-assisted tools to accelerate delivery, optimize performance, and manage technical debt with pragmatism.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience delivering production web applications with React and TypeScript.
• Proven success designing scalable web architectures, reusable component libraries, and modern state management (Zustand).
• Hands-on experience optimizing web application performance, bundle sizes, and modern build tooling.
• Experience mentoring engineers and partnering effectively with third-party contractor teams.
• Track record of shipping high-impact features quickly while managing technical debt pragmatically.
• Familiarity using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, LLM workflows).
• Technical Initiative: Proactively proposes new solutions and architectures.
• Low-Ego Collaboration: Eagerly adapts initial designs based on team feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on development and architecture for core web products, prioritizing velocity, performance, and reliability.
• Design modular component systems, clean navigation, and state management architectures for modern web applications.
• Establish shared web development practices, automated testing and CI/CD release workflows with QA and DevOps.
• Mentor and code-review internal engineers and contractor teams to maintain technical excellence.
• Leverage GenAI and developer automation tools to optimize workflows and speed up execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features on tight timelines.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Zustand

CI/CD

Performance optimization

Mentoring

AI tools

GitHub Copilot

Team leadership

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Staff Software Engineer - Frontend

About the Role

We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer – FrontEnd to lead hands‑on development for our flagship web applications while setting technical standards across our web product portfolio. In this role, you will drive architecture, deliver high-performance user experiences, and mentor engineers across internal and external teams.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

• Drive Delivery: Lead hands‑on development and architecture for core web products, prioritizing velocity, performance, and reliability.

• Define Architecture: Design modular component systems, clean navigation, and state management architectures for modern web applications.

• Set Engineering Standards: Establish shared web development practices, automated testing and CI/CD release workflows in partnership with QA and DevOps.

• Mentor & Elevate: Guide and code‑review internal engineers and contractor teams to maintain technical excellence.

• Integrate AI Tools: Leverage GenAI and developer automation tools to optimize workflows and speed up execution.

• At least 8 years of experience delivering production web applications, with deep proficiency in React and TypeScript.

• Proven success designing scalable web architectures, reusable component libraries, and modern state management (Zustand).

• Hands‑on experience optimizing web application performance, bundle sizes, and modern build tooling.

• Experience mentoring engineers and partnering effectively with third‑party contractor teams.

• Track record of shipping high‑impact features quickly while managing technical debt pragmatically.

• Familiarity using AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, LLM workflows) to accelerate personal and team productivity.

• Technical Initiative: Proactively proposes new solutions and architectures.

• Low‑Ego Collaboration: Eagerly adapts initial designs based on team feedback.

What You’ll Bring

To be successful in this role, you should have:

Required Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

Why Join Securitas

When you join Securitas, you become part of a global organization committed to your success. We offer:

• Competitive pay

• Weekly pay

• Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees

• Paid training and professional development

• Career advancement opportunities

• Employee recognition programs

• Supportive and inclusive work environment

• Opportunity to work for the world's leading protective services company

Position: Hybrid (2 days a week) if within commutable distance, or fully remote. Minimal travel required (up to 2 domestic trips per year).

Compensation Information

Pay Range: 140k-170k

Actual compensation is determined by factors including experience, qualifications, work location, applicable laws, and business needs.

Eligible employees may also receive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• 401(k) or retirement savings plan

• Employee assistance program

• Additional voluntary benefits, where applicable

Make an Impact at Securitas USA

Securitas USA employees come from all walks of life, bringing a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. United by a shared purpose, we help make the world a safer place. We provide security services to meet the unique needs of our clients to help safeguard their people and assets.

At Securitas USA, our core values are the foundation of everything we do. Represented by the three red dots in our logo, Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness guide how we serve our clients, support our colleagues, and engage with our communities.

Integrity

We act with honesty, accountability, and professionalism in everything we do, and we foster a culture where transparency, respect, and ethical behavior are expected.

Vigilance

We stay alert, aware, and attentive to our surroundings. Through observing and reporting, our employees help identify potential risks and respond to situations that may impact safety and security.

Helpfulness

We are approachable and service-oriented, whether assisting a client, colleague, or member of the community.

Securitas USA is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodation: Securitas USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Securitas USA will take steps to assure the people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].