About CodeRabbit

CodeRabbit is an innovative research and development company focused on building extraordinarily productive human-machine collaboration systems. Our primary goal is to create the next generation of Gen AI-driven code reviewers: a symbiotic partnership between humans and advanced algorithms that significantly outperforms individual engineers. We combine language models with human ingenuity to push the boundaries of software development efficiency and quality.

Role Overview - Engineering Brain (Frontend)

We're seeking a Principal Frontend Engineer to provide technical leadership across our organization. In this role, you'll shape our frontend technical vision, architect solutions for complex UI/UX challenges, and help build a world-class engineering culture focused on developer tooling excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive frontend technical vision and architecture decisions across multiple teams

• Design and implement core frontend systems that power our AI code review platform

• Identify and solve complex technical challenges related to performance, accessibility, and user experience

• Collaborate with engineering leadership to establish frontend standards, best practices, and design systems

• Mentor frontend engineers across the organization and elevate the technical capabilities of the team

• Contribute to open source frontend projects that align with our mission

• Partner with product and design leadership to translate user needs into exceptional technical solutions

• Evaluate emerging frontend technologies and recommend adoption strategies

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of professional software engineering experience with atleast 7+ years focused on frontend development

• Proven track record of technical leadership on complex, large-scale frontend systems

• Deep expertise in modern JavaScript/TypeScript and at least one major frontend framework (React, Vue, Angular)

• Extensive experience building developer tools, platforms, or complex web applications

• Strong understanding of frontend architecture patterns, performance optimization, and web standards

• Experience with frontend build systems, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines

• History of meaningful open source contributions or maintenance in the frontend ecosystem

• Experience mentoring and growing other frontend engineers

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building code editors, IDEs, or developer-facing interfaces

• Deep knowledge of browser internals, rendering optimization, and Web APIs

• Track record of published technical content (blogs, talks, papers) on frontend topics

• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices

• Familiarity with WebAssembly, Service Workers, or progressive web applications

• Experience integrating large language models into frontend applications

• Previous experience at a developer tools company

• Contributions to major open source frontend projects or libraries

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, HCI, or related field

What Sets You Apart

• Technical depth and breadth: You have specialized frontend expertise while understanding full-stack architecture

• User-centric thinking: You balance technical excellence with exceptional user experience

• Performance obsession: You understand the nuances of frontend performance and can optimize for scale

• Design collaboration: You work seamlessly with designers to create intuitive, beautiful interfaces

• Community involvement: You're active in the frontend community and contribute to collective knowledge

• Systems thinking: You understand how frontend components interact with backend services and can architect holistic solutions

• Accessibility champion: You prioritize building inclusive experiences for all users

• Bias for simplicity: You can distill complex UI challenges into elegant, maintainable solutions

Our Values

1. Collaborative Humans: Prioritizing collective intelligence

2. Fearless Innovators: Turning obstacles into growth opportunities

3. Persistent Passionate Developers: Thriving on complex, long-term challenges

4. Impact-Driven Creators: Crafting intuitive tools for developers

5. Rapid Learners and Un-learners: Adapting quickly in our fast-paced technological world

What We Offer

1. Work on cutting-edge frontend technology with real-world impact

2. Collaborative and innovative environment

3. Competitive salary, equity, and benefits

4. Professional development opportunities

5. Influence the future of developer tooling through exceptional UI/UX

To apply, submit your resume along with relevant project samples, GitHub profile, or portfolio showcasing your frontend work. CodeRabbit is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.