Fellow

Senior Front-end Engineer (React/TypeScript)

Chicago, Illinois, United States

$160,000 – $180,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Healthtech, Social SupportIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 4–6+ years of experience shipping production React/TypeScript code, and demonstrate comfort navigating ambiguity and switching contexts. Strong experience with prototyping and validating ideas is preferred, along with a pragmatic approach to tradeoffs. Prior startup experience and a preference for candidates based in Chicago are also desired.

Responsibilities

The Senior Front-end Engineer will be responsible for building core product features from the ground up, working closely with product and design to turn ideas into polished, performant experiences. They will ship real product early and often, and contribute to shaping how the product, process, and user experience are built.

Skills

React
TypeScript
Next.js
Frontend Development
Product Development
Prototyping
UI/UX

Fellow

Designs and sells premium coffee brewing equipment

About Fellow

Fellow Industries, Inc. designs and sells high-quality coffee brewing equipment and accessories, including electric kettles, coffee grinders, and travel mugs. Their products focus on aesthetics, functionality, and precision to enhance the coffee brewing experience for both individual enthusiasts and professional baristas. Fellow operates primarily through a direct-to-consumer model, selling products via their online store and flagship retail locations in San Francisco and Los Angeles. This approach allows them to maintain control over customer experience and build brand loyalty. Unlike many competitors, Fellow emphasizes innovative product design and customer feedback to continually improve their offerings. The company's goal is to provide top-tier coffee brewing tools that cater to the growing demand for premium coffee experiences.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$39.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Design, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program
Company Equity
Employee Discounts

Risks

Emerging brands with lower prices threaten Fellow's market share.
Supply chain issues could delay production and increase costs for premium products.
Economic downturns may reduce consumer spending on high-end coffee equipment.

Differentiation

Fellow's Stagg EKG Pro Kettle is a favorite, winning multiple design awards.
The Aiden Precision Coffee Maker won the 2024 Good Housekeeping Best Kitchen Gear Award.
Fellow's direct-to-consumer model enhances customer experience and brand loyalty.

Upsides

Growing home coffee brewing trend boosts demand for Fellow's premium products.
Fellow's partnerships with influencers like Morgan Drinks Coffee enhance brand visibility.
The rise of smart kitchen appliances offers opportunities for IoT integration in products.

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