Principal Frontend Engineer

About The Company Code Metal is a pioneering technology company dedicated to transforming code translation processes for mission-critical industries. Our innovative platform enables defense, aerospace, automotive, and semiconductor partners to accelerate the deployment of complex algorithms onto diverse hardware targets such as GPUs, FPGAs, ASICs, and edge SoCs. By streamlining deployment and enhancing reliability, we empower organizations to achieve faster time-to-market and improved operational efficiency. Our solutions are tailored to meet the rigorous demands of industries where precision, speed, and security are paramount, including defense, aerospace, and automotive sectors. With a focus on cutting-edge signal processing, communications, and geospatial workflows, Code Metal is at the forefront of enabling advanced technological capabilities worldwide. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Frontend Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for defining and maintaining the frontend architecture of our TypeScript/React application. You will establish technical standards, design scalable UI patterns, and oversee the development of complex geospatial workflows utilizing Cesium. Your expertise will guide the team in building high-performance, maintainable, and user-centric interfaces. This hands-on, coding-intensive position requires a leader who excels in practical implementation, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration. You will partner with leadership and engineering teams to prioritize features, ensure best practices, and deliver impactful product solutions that meet the needs of our mission-critical clients. Qualifications 8+ years of experience developing and scaling front-end systemsDeep expertise in React and TypeScriptStrong architectural judgment with the ability to balance rapid development and long-term maintainabilityExperience leading complex UI projects, especially interactive, data-heavy applicationsProficiency with design systems and component libraries, particularly Material-UI (MUI)Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced environments with minimal process overheadExcellent communication skills for aligning teams and stakeholders around technical decisionsEligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance Responsibilities Define and implement the frontend architecture and technical standards for the applicationDesign and develop scalable UI patterns for complex geospatial workflows using Cesium and related toolsEstablish best practices for state management, component architecture, performance optimization, testing, and code maintainabilityCollaborate with product and engineering leadership to plan, prioritize, and deliver high-impact featuresMentor and guide engineering team members through code reviews, architecture discussions, and implementation guidanceDrive the development process with a hands-on approach, actively contributing to coding and debugging effortsEnsure the frontend solutions are performant, reliable, and aligned with user needs and security standards Benefits Competitive salary aligned with experience, with a focus on top-tier compensationComprehensive health care coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, with 100% premium coverage401(k) retirement plan with 5% employer matchingUncapped paid time off, along with sick leave and public holidaysFlexible hybrid or fully remote work arrangements to support work-life balanceRelocation assistance for eligible employeesWage transparency, with salary offers based on individual skills, experience, and location Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. US Citizenship may be required for certain roles involving security clearance. In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our goal is to build a diverse team that drives innovation and excellence in serving our clients’ mission-critical needs.