Full-Time

Frontend Software Engineer – Tech Lead

Posted on 2/22/2025

HeyGen

HeyGen

51-200 employees

AI video editor for professional content creation

Consumer Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$200k - $270kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Palo Alto, CA, USA + 3 more

More locations: Toronto, ON, Canada | San Francisco, CA, USA | Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
JavaScript
React.js
Git
REST APIs
HTML/CSS

You match the following HeyGen's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience working with frontend technologies
  • Proficiency in frontend technologies such as React, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML
  • Experience with responsive and adaptive design principles
  • Familiarity with RESTful API integration
  • Understanding of version control systems like Git
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and maintain high-quality frontend features for the HeyGen platform
  • Work closely with UX/UI designers to translate designs and wireframes into high-quality code
  • Collaborate with backend engineers and product managers to ensure seamless integration of frontend and backend components
  • Prioritize user experience in all development efforts
  • Conduct user testing and feedback sessions to refine and improve the platform interface
  • Monitor the frontend performance, identify and resolve issues
  • Stay updated with emerging frontend technologies and best practices to continually enhance the platform's user interface
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior experience in video editing technology and AI product development is a plus

HeyGen offers an AI video editor that allows users to create professional spokesperson videos without the need for human actors. The platform uses AI-generated avatars, enabling clients to produce high-quality video content quickly and cost-effectively, including explainer videos and promotional materials. Unlike traditional video production, HeyGen simplifies the process and caters to a diverse client base through a subscription model. The company's goal is to make video content creation accessible and efficient for small businesses, educational institutions, and marketing professionals.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$72.6M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2020

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • HeyGen raised $60M in Series A, valuing the company at $500M.
  • The company grew from $1M to over $35M in ARR within a year.
  • HeyGen's collaboration with Sinclair expands its market reach through AI translation.

What critics are saying

  • Synthesia's $2.1 billion valuation poses a competitive threat to HeyGen.
  • Rapid advancements in voice cloning may outpace HeyGen's current capabilities.
  • Pressure on Chinese venture capital could impact HeyGen's financial stability.

What makes HeyGen unique

  • HeyGen uses AI to create videos without actors, cameras, or editing.
  • The platform offers virtual actors and automatic translations for diverse audiences.
  • HeyGen's subscription model provides continuous updates and customer support.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Mental Health Support

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

-8%
Economic Times
Jan 15th, 2025
Synthesia hits $2.1 billion in valuation after latest fundraise

Synthesia, which generates more than half of its revenue from the U.S., is a major player in the growing AI video avatar space and competes with startups such as Colossyan, HeyGen and Veed.

Pulse 2.0
Jun 28th, 2024
HeyGen: AI-Based Video Generation Platform Company Closes $60 Million In Series A At Over $500 Million Valuation

HeyGen, an AI video generation platform for businesses, raised $60M in Series A led by Benchmark with participation from Thrive Capital, BOND, Conviction, Dylan Field, Elad Gil, Aviv Nevo, Neil Mehta, and SV Angel among others.

Tech Funding News
Jun 21st, 2024
US-based HeyGen raises $60M to democratise video creation with AI — TFN

HeyGen, an AI video creation platform has now raised $60M in Series A funding, led by Benchmark, with Victor Lazarte joining the board.

Intelligence360
Jun 20th, 2024
HeyGen Raises $60M for Visual Storytelling

HeyGen, an AI startup, raised $60M in Series A funding, valuing the company at $500M. The round was led by Benchmark, with Victor Lazarte joining the board. Other investors include Thrive Capital, BOND, and SV Angel. HeyGen has grown from $1M to over $35M in ARR in a year and has been profitable since Q2 2023. New executives include Dave King as Chief Business Officer, Rong Yan as CTO, and Lavanya Poreddy as Head of Trust and Safety. The funds will enhance their product roadmap and investments in security and ethics.

Maginative
Jun 20th, 2024
HeyGen Raises $60M, Valued at $500M

HeyGen, an AI video startup, has raised $60 million in funding, bringing its valuation to $500 million.