Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

Building PrimerOS to empower educators to launch microschools, automating and eliminating traditional school costs while providing world-class education.
$140,000 - $160,000
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Education

Description For Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

Primer is on a mission to revolutionize K-12 education through their innovative microschool model powered by PrimerOS. They believe that fixing the education system is crucial for solving broader societal challenges. Their platform enables educators to launch and operate microschools efficiently, combining quality education with accessibility and scalability.

As a Staff Frontend Engineer at Primer, you'll play a crucial role in redesigning the school experience through modern technology. Working with TypeScript, Next.js, React, and Relay, you'll create intuitive, high-performance interfaces that teachers, students, and families depend on daily. The position requires working from their San Francisco office five days per week.

The role demands someone who's not just technically proficient but deeply passionate about education reform. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, take ownership of significant projects, and help shape the engineering culture. Primer sets high standards for quality and craftsmanship, expecting dedication to delivering excellence.

The ideal candidate should thrive in an early-stage environment, possess strong frontend engineering fundamentals, and take pride in their work. You'll have the opportunity to build features from conception to production, directly impacting the education of students across the country. The position offers competitive compensation ($140,000-$160,000 plus equity) and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Join Primer if you're ready to tackle one of society's most important challenges while building innovative educational technology solutions that make quality education more accessible to American families.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

  • Work with TypeScript, Next.js, React, and Relay
  • Design and develop polished, high-performance UIs
  • Work collaboratively with engineering, product, design, and academic program teams
  • Take full ownership of projects
  • Help set the foundation for engineering culture
  • Deliver high-quality product excellence

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

TypeScript
React
  • Passion for fixing the US education system
  • Ability to thrive in unknown, early-stage environment
  • Strong grasp of frontend engineering principles
  • High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship
  • Experience in owning features from idea to production

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Generous health benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Equity

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