Frontend Application Developer

About the Job
Our work on the second layer of blockchains presents a number of UI/UX challenges as we elevate traditional Bitcoin wallets to the next layer, creating a new application platform on top of the Lightning Network. We’re seeking a frontend developer to build key applications, libraries, and tools for the masses to interact with Lightning. Our applications are built on React, React Hooks, MobX, and EmotionJS, communicating with a Lightning daemon over a binary RPC protocol. Ideal applicants should have experience building and shipping React applications and maintaining open-source projects. This role involves contributing to an open-source project with a growing number of active contributors and serving as the primary driver for the design and development of the project.

We are looking for someone with a strong passion for Bitcoin and a desire to make using Bitcoin cheap, fast, and simple for everyone.

Roles and Responsibilities
-Develop frontend browser-based UIs for our software using React.
-Integrate and build APIs for the ecosystem.
-Interact with stakeholders to ensure our UX is compatible and enables individuals and companies to build on Lightning.

Required Skills
-Strong expertise in JavaScript (TypeScript) and experience building with React.
-Understanding of modern solutions for building web applications targeting varying browsers and platforms.
-Solid engineering practices and processes, including strong testing methodology and documentation.
-Prior contributions to open-source projects and experience leading software development projects.
-Understanding of Bitcoin, other digital currencies, and cryptography is preferred.
-Experience with empathetic, human-centered software design.
-Ability to quickly pick up new skills, take ownership of projects, and develop new skills.

If you are passionate about Bitcoin and excited to contribute to cutting-edge blockchain projects, we would love to hear from you!