Software Engineer - UI at Ontic

Who We Are Ontic provides software that helps corporate and government security teams identify threats, assess risk, and respond faster to keep people and organizations safe. Its AI-powered Connected Intelligence Platform unifies security operations and data into a centralized system of record, enabling organizations to conduct risk assessments, protect against workplace violence, and manage threats and incidents more efficiently. Fortune 500 companies and federal agencies rely on Ontic to support security programs such as executive protection, threat intelligence, and corporate investigations. Learn more at ontic.ai [Upgrade to PRO to see link] or follow us on LinkedIn [Upgrade to PRO to see link] ROLE SUMMARY Ontic is hiring a Software Engineer (Frontend) to contribute to the development of user interfaces that power our SaaS platform. This role is intended for engineers with solid foundations in frontend development who are growing into independent contributors. You will work on building features end-to-end, improving user experience, and contributing to scalable and maintainable frontend systems. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality code, applying best practices, and collaborating effectively across teams. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Development & Implementation - Build and deliver frontend features using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, HTML, and CSS - Translate product and design requirements into functional, high-quality UI components - Integrate frontend applications with backend services and APIs - Contribute to improving existing UI components and application flows Code Quality & Best Practices - Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering standards - Participate actively in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers - Apply best practices in component design, state management, performance, and accessibility - Contribute to improving frontend architecture and development patterns Learning & Technical Growth - Deepen understanding of frontend architecture, performance optimization, and scalability - Apply debugging and troubleshooting techniques across environments - Stay up to date with modern frontend technologies and best practices Collaboration - Work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to deliver features - Break down tasks and estimate work with reasonable accuracy - Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies clearly Production Awareness - Debug and resolve issues in development and production environments - Monitor application performance and contribute to reliability improvements - Work with logging and monitoring tools to identify and fix issues QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES - 2–5 years of software engineering experience in frontend development - Strong proficiency in Typescript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS - Hands-on experience with React (or similar modern frontend frameworks) and TypeScript - Solid understanding of core programming concepts, data structures, and problem-solving - Experience working with REST APIs and asynchronous programming - Familiarity with frontend architecture, state management, and component-driven development - Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative workflows - Understanding of modern frontend tooling (build systems, bundlers, package managers) - Experience debugging issues using browser developer tools - Good understanding of performance optimization and responsive design - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Effective communication and collaboration skills Good to Have - Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library) - Familiarity with design systems or component libraries - Exposure to frontend performance monitoring tools - Experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based deployment environments - Awareness of accessibility standards and best practices ONTIC BENEFITS & PERKS - Competitive Salary - Medical Benefits - Internet Reimbursement - Home Office Stipend - Continued Education Stipend - Festive & Achievement Celebrations - Dynamic Office Environment Ontic is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors protected by applicable law. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ontic we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Ontic prioritizes the full inclusion of qualified individuals, providing necessary accommodations for those with disabilities to perform essential job functions. 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