UI Engineer : 26-02696

Akraya, Inc.; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya is seeking a proactive front-end engineer to build exceptional user experiences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ship features across platforms and contribute to scalable UI components in JavaScript and React.

Responsibilities include developing with GraphQL, delivering testable web and TV client code, and implementing automated testing strategies. This onsite, 12+ month W2 contract offers growth in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and React.
• Experience with GraphQL development.
• Demonstrated ability in UI testing and automation.

Responsibilities

• Crafting engaging and performant user interfaces.
• Developing features using JavaScript, React, and GraphQL.
• Creating and maintaining testable web and TV client code.
• Implementing automated testing strategies for quality assurance.
• Collaborating with design, product, and engineering partners.

Skills

JavaScript

React

GraphQL

UI Testing

System Design

Job description

Primary Skills

Primary Skills: JavaScript (advanced), React (advanced), GraphQL (advanced), UI Testing (advanced), System Design (intermediate)

Contract Type: W2 Duration: 12+ Months Location: Los Gatos, CA or New York, NY (Onsite) Pay Range: $75-$85/hr.

Job Summary

This role is for a proactive front-end engineer focused on building exceptional user experiences. You will collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams to develop and ship features across various platforms. The position offers opportunities for growth and impact within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Crafting engaging and performant user interfaces.
• Developing features using JavaScript, React, and GraphQL.
• Creating and maintaining testable web and TV client code.
• Implementing automated testing strategies for quality assurance.
• Collaborating with design, product, and engineering partners.

Must-Have Skills

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and React.
• Experience with GraphQL development.
• Demonstrated ability in UI testing and automation.

Domain / Industry Experience

Experience in the entertainment or media industry is preferred, with a focus on consumer-facing digital products.

ABOUT AKRAYA

Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to work for 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in US (2025 & 2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in Tech Staffing As Talent solutions provider for Fortune 100 Organizations, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires!