Full-Time

Staff Frontend Engineer

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OpenSea

OpenSea

501-1,000 employees

Peer-to-peer marketplace for NFTs

Consumer Software
Crypto & Web3

Compensation Overview

$190k - $345kAnnually

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Category
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
JavaScript
React.js
GraphQL
TypeScript
Blockchain
Next.js

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Mastery in either React, Typescript or JavaScript, with a keen understanding of layout, specificity, cross-browser compatibility, and accessibility.
  • Proficiency in Next.js, Tailwind, GraphQL, and Web3 libraries like Wagmi/Viem.
  • Demonstrated experience in optimizing front-end performance and familiarity with browser APIs.
  • An eye for detail and design, with a proven track record of delivering aesthetically pleasing and polished products.
  • Experience or a strong interest in blockchain technology, with a deep curiosity and enthusiasm for its potential.
  • Strong customer empathy and a critical thinker regarding the impact of features on users and the community.
  • Experience in large-scale, consumer-facing front-end projects and a demonstrable reputation in the open-source community, including public contributions to front-end technologies.
Responsibilities
  • Contribute to and elevate the 2.0 re-architecture and rewrite initiatives to ensure robust, scalable frontend solutions.
  • Architect efficient and reusable front-end systems that support complex web and mobile applications.
  • Proactively identify and address web performance bottlenecks.
  • Implement features and user interfaces of the OpenSea web platform, ensuring high standards of quality and performance.
  • Collaborate with the product and design team to shape the vision and roadmap.
  • Define and execute long-term technical strategies, contributing to daily technical decisions.
  • Provide technical mentorship and foster a culture of excellence within the team.

OpenSea operates a marketplace where users can buy, sell, and create non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The platform allows users to mint their own NFTs and offers a straightforward process for purchasing and selling these digital assets. OpenSea supports various blockchain networks, giving users flexibility in managing their NFTs. What sets OpenSea apart from other NFT marketplaces is its user-friendly interface and strong security measures, making it accessible for artists, collectors, and investors alike. The company's goal is to provide a seamless experience for users in the growing NFT space while generating revenue through transaction fees on sales.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$415.6M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Integration with Ethereum Layer-2 solutions could enhance OpenSea's scalability and transaction speed.
  • Growing interest in Bitcoin-based NFTs presents an opportunity for OpenSea to expand its offerings.
  • Exclusive NFT collections by traditional industries could lead to new partnerships for OpenSea.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging NFT marketplaces on Ethereum Layer-2 networks could impact OpenSea's market share.
  • The public leak of user emails increases phishing risks, potentially damaging user trust.
  • Migration of popular NFT projects to other blockchains could reduce OpenSea's transaction volume.

What makes OpenSea unique

  • OpenSea supports multiple blockchain networks, offering diverse options for digital asset management.
  • The platform provides a user-friendly interface and robust security features for NFT transactions.
  • OpenSea is backed by prominent investors, enhancing its credibility and market presence.

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Benefits

Paid family leave - Whether you’re bonding with a new child or taking care of a family member, we understand you need this time off.

Health insurance - Your wellness is important. We've got you covered. Take care of yourself to come to work happy and healthy.

Flexible vacation policy - Sometimes we all need a break. Take one, take many. Just come back recharged and inspired.

Flexible hours - We know you have personal priorities to take care of. Take care of them and work on your own hours; we’re flexible.

Work from home - Avoid long commutes in and out of the office. Instead, work in the comfort of your own home and set-up.

Workshops & conferences - Attend relevant workshops and conferences to grow and develop. It’s our priority.

Travel & company retreats - As an international team, we take the time to meet up for company retreats.

Game nights - Once a month, we set work aside and play a game or two to bond as a team.