Frontend Software Engineer

About The Company Wealthfront is a leading financial technology company dedicated to creating a financial system that benefits individuals over institutions. Our mission is to leverage innovative technology to develop powerful, low-cost, and user-friendly financial products that empower modern investors to grow and manage their wealth effectively. Since our inception, we have revolutionized the investment advisory industry by automating strategies traditionally accessible only to the wealthy, thereby providing high-quality investment advice to a digitally-native generation that was underserved by traditional financial institutions. Our portfolio of products includes a high-yield Cash Account, zero-commission stock investing, and automated investment portfolios designed for tax efficiency and growth. With over 1 million clients and more than $100 billion in assets under management, we are committed to expanding our offerings and continuing to reshape the financial landscape. Our innovative solutions are designed to make investing accessible, transparent, and impactful, helping clients turn savings into long-term wealth. About The Role We are seeking experienced Software Engineers to join our dynamic team supporting remote work in the US or our Palo Alto, CA hybrid office. As a key member of our front-end engineering team, you will be instrumental in designing and developing new products and features that enhance our clients’ financial growth experiences. You will work within a cross-functional scrum team, collaborating closely with backend, mobile engineers, designers, and product managers to deliver impactful solutions. Your role involves building client-facing features utilizing our in-house Design System components, improving infrastructure, and enhancing developer productivity. You will participate in troubleshooting operational issues to ensure our web systems operate smoothly, contribute to infrastructure projects aimed at boosting system health and performance, and support recruiting and mentorship activities to foster a collaborative and innovative environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on our platform, leveraging modern development practices and cross-platform collaboration methods. Qualifications 2-5 years of experience in a web-focused engineering roleDeep understanding of JavaScript, including ES5+ standards, native DOM APIs, and at least one modern front-end framework (React, Vue, Angular, etc.)Experience with Ruby on Rails or similar server-side frameworks such as Express or Django (preferred but not mandatory)Proficiency in building custom pages and components with a focus on page speed and responsiveness across various devicesStrong knowledge of CSS, including writing custom styles for responsiveness and performanceExperience working with design teams to translate visual concepts into functional web pagesExperience with test-driven development, continuous integration, and automated testing frameworksBS or MS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related fieldPassion for projects that deliver measurable business impact in fast-paced, cross-functional environments Responsibilities Collaborate with backend, mobile, design, and product teams to develop new features and enhance existing functionalitiesBuild and maintain client-facing web components leveraging our Design SystemTriages and resolves operational issues to ensure the stability and performance of web systemsParticipate in infrastructure projects aimed at improving system health, scalability, and performanceContribute to code reviews, testing, and continuous integration processes to maintain high-quality standardsMentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing within the teamEngage in recruiting activities, including interviewing prospective team membersStay updated with emerging web technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve our platform Benefits Competitive annual salary range of $150,000 - $189,000 plus equity and discretionary bonusesComprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchingGenerous paid time off and parental leave policiesWellness reimbursements and professional development supportEmployee investing discounts and other perks designed to promote work-life balance and personal growth Equal Opportunity Wealthfront is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to our mission of transforming the financial industry.