Remote Front-End Developer (Performance & Speed)

Introduction: Shape Web Experiences That Move at Lightning Speed

Do you thrive on optimizing front-end code to make websites lightning-fast? Are you someone who enjoys creating highly responsive, scalable user interfaces that perform flawlessly across platforms? This role gives you the freedom to contribute from any location while playing an essential part in advancing digital performance for a global audience. With a competitive salary of $114,573 annually, this is your chance to redefine how users experience the modern web.

Why Your Role Matters

Website performance isn’t just a technical metric—it’s a vital part of user experience, SEO success, and conversion growth. In this role, your contributions will reduce bounce rates, improve load times, and elevate overall site usability. The work you do here helps businesses meet customer expectations and gain a competitive digital edge. A fast, reliable, and responsive interface often determines if a visitor decides to explore further or disengage entirely. Your work will ensure that every interaction is smooth, seamless, and satisfying.

Responsibilities You’ll Lead

Speed and Optimization

• Audit and improve front-end performance across multiple platforms.
• Implement responsive image formats, lazy loading, and code splitting techniques.
• Eliminate render-blocking resources and reduce time-to-interactive.
• Minimize CSS and JavaScript footprint to streamline rendering.
• Enhance client-side performance by introducing intelligent caching mechanisms.

Clean, Efficient Code

• Develop scalable UI components using React, Vue, or Svelte.
• Refactor legacy code for improved reusability and performance.
• Emphasize standards-compliant, mobile-first development.
• Build pages and interfaces that gracefully degrade or progressively enhance.
• Apply semantic HTML and structured markup for improved clarity and performance.

Collaboration Across Functions

• Work with design teams to maintain visual consistency while optimizing speed.
• Coordinate with back-end engineers to streamline API integrations.
• Share performance insights during planning and review sessions.
• Participate in architecture discussions focused on scalability and efficiency.
• Partner with QA teams to develop automated performance regression tests.

Continuous Improvement

• Run benchmarks using Lighthouse and Core Web Vitals.
• Conduct A/B testing for frontend enhancements.
• Analyze real-time user data to inform updates.
• Monitor long-term trends and plan proactive improvements.
• Research evolving performance standards and apply findings.

What the Work Environment Offers

This fully distributed role provides flexible working hours, making it ideal for professionals who value autonomy and results. Our team culture promotes inclusion, asynchronous collaboration, and respect for different perspectives. You’ll be joining a group that is dedicated to delivering user-first digital experiences. We foster a workplace built on curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and shared goals. Everyone’s ideas are heard, and each contribution drives real value.

Technology Stack in Use

Development Tools

• React, Vue, or Svelte for modern UI development
• TypeScript and JavaScript ES6+
• Tailwind CSS or Sass for styling consistency and speed

Performance & Monitoring

• Lighthouse, Chrome DevTools, WebPageTest
• GTmetrix, Core Web Vitals, and field data monitoring tools
• Hotjar or FullStory for behavioral insights that drive improvements

CI/CD & Version Control

• Git, GitHub/GitLab
• Netlify, Vercel, Cloudflare for fast, scalable deployment
• GitHub Actions or CircleCI for automated build and test workflows

Ideal Qualifications

Technical Experience

• 4+ years in front-end development roles focused on speed and optimization
• Demonstrated success improving web performance KPIs such as FCP, LCP, TTI
• Experience with SSR/SSG tools like Next.js or Nuxt
• Familiarity with accessibility standards like WCAG
• Understanding of how SEO and performance intersect in the user experience

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator in remote-first teams
• Comfortable working independently and owning outcomes
• Growth-oriented mindset with a commitment to iteration and refinement
• Proactive in identifying challenges and proposing solutions
• Curious, open-minded, and committed to inclusive teamwork

Career Growth & Learning

This position opens pathways toward becoming a Performance Lead, UI Architect, or even a Principal Engineer. You’ll be encouraged to contribute to open-source libraries, lead internal initiatives, and gain exposure to strategic decision-making. Training budgets, mentorship programs, and regular tech sharing keep your learning active and ongoing. We host regular internal workshops, sponsor relevant conferences, and provide subscriptions to top development platforms and tools. You’ll be supported in building a prosperous, satisfying career on your terms.

Your Impact in Action

Whether it’s a startup launching a high-stakes campaign or an enterprise revamping its digital storefront, your work will help create high-speed, reliable experiences that convert users and build loyalty. You’ll enable teams to meet critical metrics, all while making the web more accessible and performant. Your role influences how businesses grow and how users connect with the brands they trust. From optimizing checkout flows for e-commerce to refining UI for SaaS dashboards, your improvements will directly support revenue, retention, and brand reputation.

Ready to Join Us?

Bring your talent for performance tuning, your passion for fast, frictionless experiences, and your eye for clean code. Apply today and become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of front-end performance from anywhere on the globe. We’re excited to meet developers who not only write great code but also care deeply about the users on the other side of the screen.

Let’s build a faster internet—together.