[Remote] Frontend Engineer, Staff at ChowNow

Remote

ChowNow Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Restaurant Technology, SaaS, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ReactFrontend DevelopmentUI DevelopmentJavaScriptHTMLCSSProblem-SolvingTestingResilient Code

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a remote role based in the United States, though ChowNow is not eligible to employ in every state and the recruiting team will confirm location and eligibility.

What is the salary range for this Staff Frontend Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for this position?

Proficiency in React is essential for building complex and interactive User Interfaces, along with experience in engineering best practices, crafting high-quality, well-tested, and resilient code.

What is the team structure for this role?

The role reports to a Senior Engineering Manager and has no direct reports; you will work closely with other disciplines and be involved in integrating two teams into one codebase.

What makes a strong candidate for this Staff Frontend Engineer role?

Strong candidates love building new products with engineering best practices, are inspired by client-focused small-business products, prefer React for complex UIs, and put restaurants first.

ChowNow

Online ordering system for independent restaurants

About ChowNow

ChowNow provides online ordering systems specifically designed for independent restaurants. Their service allows restaurants to integrate orders from multiple platforms, including their own websites, Facebook, Google pages, and ChowNow’s own site, into a single centralized hub. This means restaurant owners do not have to manage multiple devices for different order sources. Unlike many competitors that charge high fees for third-party services, ChowNow offers a commission-free model, making it a more affordable option for small to medium-sized independent restaurants. The company generates revenue through subscription fees and service charges, aiming to help restaurant owners streamline their ordering processes and improve the overall customer experience.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$62.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans
Remote office stipend
Mental health coverage
Parental & family leave
Student loan assistance
Employee stock incentive plan
401(k) savings plan
Pet insurance
Fitness stipend

Risks

Increased competition from convenience stores using voice AI technology.
Smart Answering service may face integration challenges with existing restaurant systems.
New leadership may lead to strategic shifts unsettling existing partnerships.

Differentiation

ChowNow offers commission-free online ordering, unlike competitors with high third-party fees.
The platform integrates orders from multiple sources into a centralized hub for restaurants.
ChowNow provides branded apps and marketing support, enhancing restaurant-customer connections.

Upsides

AI-driven voice technology can enhance customer service and reduce labor costs.
Partnership with Dining Alliance offers discounts, lowering operational costs for restaurant partners.
Acquisition of Cuboh improves order management efficiency and accuracy for restaurant partners.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI