About the role
at sync. we train state-of-the-art controllable video generation models, build simple + intuitive products to interface w/ them best, and serve inference at huge scale.
we’re looking for an exceptional Full-stack Engineer to help us reimagine editing videos in an artful way people won’t be able to live without.
As a core part of the founding product team, you’ll obsess over every detail to create a product users love. You’ll ship with extreme urgency, and iterate your way through data-driven experiments to craft magical experiences.
You’ll be a major part in taking us from 50k to 5M+ highly engaged users in the next 2 years.
This role has the potential to grow into being a Head of Product.
Key Responsibilities:
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Own the front-end architecture and development of our video generation platform, crafting a seamless user experience that delights users across all devices
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Collaborate with our design team to translate wireframes and mockups into pixel-perfect, responsive UI components using cutting-edge front-end technologies
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Implement intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that guide users through the video creation process, from template selection to customization and export
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Optimize front-end performance, ensuring lightning-fast load times and smooth animations, even for complex video previews and interactions
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Conduct thorough user testing and gather feedback to continuously iterate and improve the user experience, identifying pain points and opportunities for innovation
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Define and track key product metrics, using data-driven insights to inform feature prioritization and design decisions
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Stay ahead of the curve on emerging front-end technologies and design trends, experimenting with new approaches to keep our platform at the forefront of the industry
Required Skills and Experience:
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5+ years of experience as a front-end focused software engineer, with a proven track record of delivering outstanding user experiences
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Mastery of modern front-end technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and front-end frameworks like React or Angular
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Deep understanding of responsive design principles, cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization techniques
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Strong proficiency in converting design wireframes and mockups into functional, visually appealing UI components
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Familiarity with user testing methodologies and tools, with a keen eye for identifying usability issues and opportunities for improvement
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Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to balance technical constraints with user needs and business goals
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work seamlessly with design, product, and backend teams
Preferred Skills and Experience:
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Experience with WebGL, Three.js, or other 3D rendering technologies for creating interactive video previews
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Familiarity with video encoding, transcoding, and streaming protocols (HLS, DASH) for optimized playback across devices
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Knowledge of accessibility best practices and experience building inclusive, WCAG-compliant interfaces
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Proven track record of leading successful product initiatives from concept to launch, with measurable impact on user engagement and revenue
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Experience with A/B testing, conversion rate optimization, and data-driven design decision-making
Outcomes:
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Deliver a world-class, user-centric front-end experience for our video generation platform, setting new standards for ease-of-use, performance, and visual polish
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Drive significant improvements in user engagement, conversion rates, and retention through continuous iteration and data-driven optimizations
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Collaborate with the design and product teams to define and execute a roadmap of innovative, user-focused features that differentiate our platform from competitors
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Establish a culture of rapid experimentation, user testing, and data-driven decision-making within the front-end development team
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Contribute directly to our company's revenue growth from $1M to $100M+ by building a front-end experience that users love and can't resist sharing with others
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Become a recognized leader and innovator in the field of AI-powered video generation, pioneering new approaches to user interaction and experience design
our goal is to keep the team lean, hungry, and shipping fast. these are qualities we look for:
[1] raw intelligence
[2] boundless curiosity
[3] exceptional resolve
[4] high agency
[5] outlier hustle
[6] obsessively driven by data
dm me with a few sentences on who you are and what you'd do in the first week of working with sync.