Senior Software Engineer, Frontend
San Francisco, CA
Software /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
About Gridware
Gridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware’s advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit www.Gridware.io.
Role Description
We’re looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer to shape the interfaces and visual systems that bring Gridware’s platform to life. You’ll design and build user experiences that allow operators to visualize grid health, monitor device performance, and make real-time decisions that keep communities safe.
You’ll work closely with backend, data, and product teams to create intuitive, performant, and reliable tools for visualizing complex sensor data. This role is perfect for someone who wants to blend technical depth with design empathy - and enjoys turning dense technical information into clear, actionable insights.
What You’ll Do:
- Build and maintain responsive, high-performance web applications using modern frameworks.
- Collaborate with backend and data teams to visualize sensor data and fleet insights in real time.
- Drive frontend architecture and component design, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
- Champion user experience and accessibility, helping shape the design language of Gridware’s platform.
- Implement strong testing, performance, and observability practices across the frontend stack.
Your background might look something like:
- 5+ years of experience developing modern web applications in React, TypeScript, and related technologies.
- Strong understanding of state management, performance optimization, and API integration.
- Proven ability to deliver complex, data-driven user interfaces with high reliability.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, high-autonomy environment.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across engineering, product, and design teams.
Bonus Points:
- Experience visualizing real-time or geospatial data.
- Familiarity with design systems and component libraries (e.g., Storybook, Chakra, Material).
- Experience building internal tools or operational dashboards.
- Interest in IoT, energy, or real-time systems.
$175,000 - $195,000 a year
This describes the ideal candidate; many of us have picked up this expertise along the way. Even if you meet only part of this list, we encourage you to apply!
Benefits
Health, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered)
Paid parental leave
Alternating day off (every other Monday)
“Off the Grid”, a two week per year paid break for all employees.
Commuter allowance
Company-paid training
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
