[Remote] Lead Front-End Software Engineer at Serve Robotics

United States

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$215,000 – $235,000Compensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, Technology, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years as frontend or fullstack engineer, including 3+ years in a lead role
Deep expertise in web technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript and modern JavaScript libraries and tooling (e.g. React, Redux, Vue)
Experience with UI CI/CD mechanisms and tooling related to deployment and caching (e.g. Service Workers, CDN, etc)
Experience mentoring and guiding engineers in a collaborative environment
Experience shipping production code with full instrumentation: deployment, logging, monitoring and documentation
Strong experience building and deploying complex single-page web applications
Proficiency in state management, RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and modern frontend build pipelines
Familiarity with UX design principles and accessibility best practices
Track record of designing and building a simple system that works and evolving it into a complex system that still works
An ability to convert loosely defined problems into clear specifications and production code
Great empathy for customer pain points and strong drive/ability to address them
Great verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of frontend systems for Serve’s internal and external platforms
Design, develop and maintain a suite of business-critical operations tools
Develop critical features yourself and unblock other engineers through brainstorming, design review and code review
Mentor/guide less senior team members and champion good design and engineering practices
Establish and maintain best practices in UI engineering, including performance optimization, testing, and accessibility
Collaborate closely with Operations, Product and Design teams to translate requirements into detailed specifications and to scope the work into deliverable sprints
Work closely with engineers across Serve to integrate operations tools features with robotics, autonomy and other platform capabilities
Drive adoption of modern frontend technologies and frameworks to ensure a robust and scalable ecosystem
Manage engineering work on the critical path and coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g. design, product, operations, QA) to ensure a smooth dev/release cycle
Contribute to system design discussions, roadmap planning, and cross-functional technical decisions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavaScriptTypeScriptReactHTMLCSSFrontend ArchitectureCode ReviewMentoringWeb PerformanceUI Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Lead Front-End Software Engineer position?

The salary range is $215K - $235K.

Is this position remote?

Yes, the position is remote.

What are the key qualifications and experience required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience is required, along with 10+ years as a frontend or fullstack engineer, including 3+ years in a lead role, and deep expertise in web technologies including HTML and CSS.

What is the company culture like at Serve Robotics?

The team is agile, diverse, and driven, with a collaborative and respectful approach to solving complicated dynamic problems. They consist of tech industry veterans in software, hardware, and design focused on building the future through robotics, machine learning, and computer vision.

What makes a strong candidate for this Lead Front-End Software Engineer role?

Strong candidates have 10+ years of frontend or fullstack experience with 3+ years in a lead role, deep web technology expertise, and the ability to lead architecture, mentor juniors, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive modern frontend practices.

Serve Robotics

Autonomous delivery robots for food and retail

About Serve Robotics

Serve Robotics is changing the delivery industry with its self-driving robots that provide sustainable and efficient delivery solutions. Instead of using traditional vehicles, these lightweight, autonomous robots deliver small items like food and retail products, reducing carbon emissions and traffic congestion. The company operates on a delivery-as-a-service (DaaS) model, allowing businesses in the food and retail sectors to subscribe and pay based on their delivery needs. Serve Robotics aims to lead in the autonomous delivery market by offering eco-friendly solutions that enhance customer experience.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$51.6MTotal Funding

POST_IPO_EQUITYCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Robotics & Automation, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Rapid expansion may strain resources and operational capabilities.

Integration of Vebu could divert focus from core delivery services.

Over-reliance on partners like Uber and Nvidia poses potential risks.

Differentiation

Serve Robotics uses zero-emissions rovers for eco-friendly food delivery.

The company offers delivery-as-a-service with a subscription-based revenue model.

Serve Robotics integrates Vebu's Autocado for expanded automation solutions.

Upsides

Recent $80M funding supports expansion to 2,000 robots by end of 2025.

Acquisition of Vebu enhances automation offerings beyond delivery services.

Appointment of Anthony Armenta boosts AI and software capabilities.

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