Location: San Diego, Hybrid. REQUIREMENT

Compensation: ~$28 Hourly and/or ~2.5% Equity

About Us

UniWise is an innovative AI-powered platform designed to enhance communication and information management efficiency in higher education. Our mission is to support students, empower counselors, and simplify operations while providing valuable insights for administrators. We are a dynamic startup based in San Diego, partnering with top universities to revolutionize the student experience.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Front-End Developer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in React and modern JavaScript, combined with a proven track record of building scalable web applications. This role offers the opportunity to shape our platform's architecture and mentor junior developers while working on cutting-edge educational technology.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture and development of our front-end applications, establishing best practices and coding standards

• Design and implement reusable component libraries and maintain comprehensive documentation

• Optimize application performance and ensure cross-browser compatibility

• Collaborate with UX designers to transform wireframes and mockups into responsive, intuitive interfaces

• Integrate with RESTful APIs and GraphQL services

• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews

• Participate in technical decision-making and architectural planning

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, OR equivalent industry experience (5+ years)

• Expert-level proficiency in React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern front-end development practices

• Strong understanding of state management solutions (Redux, Context API, etc.)

• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Playwright)

• Proven track record of building and maintaining large-scale web applications

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control systems

• Experience with performance optimization and web vitals

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with backend development (Node.js, Python, or similar)

• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

• Contributions to open-source projects

• Experience with microservices architecture

• Understanding of accessibility standards and WCAG compliance

Location:

• San Diego, CA or within commutable distance

• Hybrid work arrangement available

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping an AI-driven product that will revolutionize healthcare experiences and improve patient outcomes.

• Growth: Join a fast-growing team with significant opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Innovation: Work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI, healthcare, and UX/UI design, where you’ll influence the direction of an innovative product.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with a talented and passionate team that values creativity, experimentation, and excellence.

• Equity & Ownership: Up to 2.5% common stock equity granted for the role, vested over 2 years.