Full-Time

Staff UI Engineer

Brand Central

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Material Bank

Material Bank

201-500 employees

Digital marketplace for building materials

Consumer Software
Design
Consumer Goods

Senior

Boston, MA, USA + 2 more

More locations: Boca Raton, FL, USA | New York, NY, USA

Hybrid working model allows for both remote and in-office work.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
JavaScript
UI/UX Design
React.js
TypeScript
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Computer Science
  • 5+ Strong expertise in React and related libraries, with the ability to design and develop complex user interfaces using React components.
  • Proficiency in REACT, Typescript, Javascript, HTML and CSS, including knowledge of CSS preprocessors like SASS or LESS.
  • Familiarity with UI/UX design principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with designers to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Knowledge of cross-browser compatibility issues and solutions to ensure consistent performance across different web browsers.
  • Create intuitive and responsive User Interfaces (UI) that provide an exceptional user experience, leveraging your expertise in front-end technologies.
  • Able to maintain high-performance service requirement.
  • Prior experience building e-commerce customer portals
  • High proficiency at problem-solving
  • High performance on speed, team player, and details.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain the front-end architecture of the Brand Central Portal, ensuring it aligns with the overall technical vision and business goals.
  • Collaborate closely with UX designers to translate wireframes and design mockups into interactive and visually appealing user interfaces.
  • Optimize UI components and application code for performance, scalability, and responsiveness, ensuring a smooth user experience even during high traffic periods.
  • Create and maintain documentation for UI components, coding standards, and best practices to facilitate collaboration among team members.
  • Understand the specific needs and challenges of the e-commerce industry and ensure the portal meets those requirements effectively.

Material Bank operates a large online marketplace for building materials, catering to architects, designers, and construction professionals. Users can browse, sample, and order a variety of materials and products through the platform. The marketplace connects industry brands and manufacturers with professionals, generating revenue through partnerships and product listings. Material Bank enhances user experience with services like sample replenishment and project management tools. The company emphasizes integrity, clear communication, and sustainability, partnering with eco-friendly brands. Its goal is to simplify the material sourcing process for the architecture and design community by continuously expanding its offerings and improving its platform.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$314.4M

Headquarters

Miami, Florida

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expansion into Europe opens new markets and growth opportunities for Material Bank.
  • Integration of VR and AR tools enhances user experience and potentially increases conversion rates.
  • The mobile app caters to the growing demand for mobile solutions in the design industry.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from local distributors challenges Material Bank's market dominance.
  • European market expansion may face regulatory challenges and established local competitors.
  • Strategic shifts from new leadership could disrupt existing operations or partnerships.

What makes Material Bank unique

  • Material Bank offers next-day delivery for samples ordered by midnight, enhancing convenience.
  • The platform integrates AI-driven search algorithms for improved material discovery and recommendations.
  • Material Bank collaborates with eco-friendly brands, emphasizing sustainability in its offerings.

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