Lead Frontend Engineer (Web3)

TL;DR

Lead Frontend Engineer (Web3): Leading the development and architecture of a decentralized trading platform's client-side interface with an accent on Web3 integrations, real-time data performance, and scalable UI components. Focus on designing secure wallet connectivity, optimizing rendering pipelines, and ensuring platform stability for high-frequency trading.

Location: Hybrid in New York City, United States

Salary: $180,000–$300,000

Company

hirify.global is a well-funded technology startup focused on transforming financial markets through transparent, permissionless on-chain trading platforms backed by top-tier venture capital and crypto-native investors.

What you will do

• Lead frontend architecture and mentor the engineering team to maintain high code quality and modular design.
• Architect secure and robust Web3 wallet connectivity and authentication systems.
• Optimize rendering and state management to handle massive real-time market data with sub-second latency.
• Implement a scalable, responsive component library for a complex trading UI/UX.
• Ensure platform reliability through end-to-end testing and production monitoring.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid role based in New York City, United States
• English: Proficiency required (implied B2+)
• 7+ years of experience in frontend or fullstack engineering with leadership skills.
• Expertise in React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
• Proven experience with Web3 libraries such as Wagmi, Viem, or Ethers.js.
• Proficiency in GraphQL (Apollo Client), TanStack Query, and Tailwind CSS.

Nice to have

• Experience in Decentralized Finance (DeFi) or traditional trading platforms.
• Knowledge of high-frequency trading systems and real-time data processing.
• Experience with advanced charting libraries like TradingView.
• Understanding of perpetuals trading, Real World Asset markets, and core DeFi primitives.
• Contributions to open-source projects or GraphQL Code Generator experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation including tokens and equity.
• Work at the cutting edge of blockchain, DeFi, and RWA technology.
• Collaborative environment with skilled team members.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Generous professional development opportunities.