Skills

Communication Teamwork JavaScript TypeScript HTML CSS Problem-solving Attention to detail git react tailwind Software Development Next.js Redux

Job Specifications

Frontend Engineer

Early-Stage B2B SaaS | Construction Tech

New York City (Onsite)

Shields Group Search is partnered with a venture-backed, early-stage construction technology startup building the next-generation operating system for commercial HVAC suppliers and contractors.

In just five months, this team launched V1 of their first product and grew revenue 10x. Backed by top-tier institutional investors and leading HVAC industry angels, the company is now focused on refining the product and scaling aggressively through 2026.

They are hiring a Frontend Engineer to help build and scale a fast-growing, real-time collaboration platform powering the future of commercial construction workflows.

This is an ideal role for someone passionate about beautiful, high-performance user interfaces, modern frontend tooling, and growing quickly in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

Feature Development: Build and ship new features for the web application with a strong focus on UX and interface design
Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following best practices
Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers to deliver seamless user experiences
Performance: Optimize frontend performance to ensure speed and responsiveness
Learning & Growth: Continuously improve your skills while helping raise the engineering bar across the team

What They’re Looking For

You’re excited about building modern web applications with React and TypeScript, care deeply about user experience, and take pride in clean, thoughtful code. You enjoy collaborating with strong engineers and want to make meaningful contributions while leveling up fast.

Required Qualifications

1–3 years of industry software development experience
Strong proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript and React
Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and modern CSS frameworks (Tailwind, styled-components, etc.)
Experience with state management (Redux, Zustand, or similar)
Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows
Understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Nice to Have

Experience with Next.js or other React frameworks
Familiarity with real-time features (WebSockets, server-sent events)
Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright)
Understanding of accessibility (WCAG standards)
Experience with performance optimization and profiling tools
Familiarity with design systems and component libraries
Production experience with TypeScript
Open-source contributions
Interest in UI/UX design principles
Experience building collaborative or interactive visual tools

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $140K–$180K (dependent on experience)
Equity: Meaningful equity package
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Perks: Free lunches and dinners provided

Location

This is a full-time, onsite role in New York City’s Flatiron District, steps from Madison Square Park and Union Square. The team strongly values in-person collaboration, real-time problem-solving, and building a high-trust, high-output culture.

About the Company

Shields Group Search specializes in serving early stage VC and PE backed companies. We offer recruitment and hiring solutions that are industry-agnostic with a particular emphasis on commercial and operational roles. Leveraging tech enabled sourcing and an unwavering commitment to selectivity, our firm identifies and recruits the best candidates to meet your business needs. Backed by a team of seasoned professionals, we ensure confidentiality, quality, and efficiency, in every search, providing our clients with a distinctive... Know more