Design Engineer (Frontend)

TL;DR

Design Engineer (Frontend): Develop and scale user interfaces and interactive data visualizations for hirify.global Radar, focusing on performance, accessibility, and design system consistency. Focus on building scalable UI components, prototyping high-fidelity concepts, and optimizing tools for diverse display environments.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global operates one of the world’s largest networks powering millions of websites, focused on improving Internet performance and security globally.

What you will do

• Design scalable user experiences and UI components for desktop, mobile, and large-format displays.
• Build interactive visualizations such as maps, charts, and dashboards to present global Internet data.
• Prototype and iterate high-fidelity UI/UX concepts based on user feedback and data.
• Translate product specifications into clear UI/UX designs using tools like Figma and Miro.
• Contribute to and maintain design system consistency across multiple platforms.
• Ensure high standards for performance, accessibility, internationalization, and responsiveness.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in or able to work hybrid in Lisbon, Portugal
• 3+ years experience in design-focused frontend or UI engineering roles.
• Expertise in React, TypeScript, and advanced CSS for scalable UI applications.
• Experience with design tools (Figma, Miro) and component libraries (Storybook).
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with product and design teams.
• Product-oriented mindset balancing technical debt and design intent.

Nice to have

• Experience with UX prototyping and iterative design processes.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive interface design.
• Experience working on large-scale products used by multiple teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on high-impact projects bridging design and engineering.
• Collaborative and fast-moving team environment.
• Focus on scalable design and rapid iteration.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.