Front-End Engineer

 

US work authorization (Required)

Starts at $90,000k+ DOE

Qualia Life Sciences is at the forefront of creating groundbreaking supplements that push the boundaries of human health and cognition. Our commitment to improving well-being through comprehensive, scientifically-researched products sets us apart in the wellness industry. We are driven by a passion for innovation, a dedication to rigorous science, and a commitment to sharing knowledge that empowers individuals to achieve their best selves.

Qualia Life Sciences seeks a Front-End Engineer to help build and maintain our website.  The Front-End Engineer designs, executes, tests, documents, and maintains software to facilitate data going in and out and the interfaces of our applications. As a front-end engineer, you will collaborate with the design and back-end development teams to translate visual and functional designs into interactive web applications. You should have a strong command of web development technologies, WCAG 2.0/2.1 knowledge, excellent problem-solving skills, and an eye for detail. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Development & Infrastructure 

    • Develop responsive and accessible user interfaces for Ruby on Rails web applications using HTML/HAML, ERB, CSS/SCSS, and Javascript/Coffeescript.

    • Collaborate in the implementation and performance optimization of front-end designs, including graphic optimizations.

    • Ensure frontend code and designs comply with ADA accessibility standards, utilizing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

    • Document frontend code, including ADA compliance reports and code style guides.

    • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while optimizing front-end performance for speed and reliability.

    • Conduct thorough testing and debugging to resolve issues promptly.

    • Debug and resolve moderate to advanced complexity software bugs or issues; provide solutions without collateral damage.

  • Educate yourself with emerging front-end technologies, industry trends, and best practices, including WCAG. 

  • Collaborate with the development team in all aspects of the application development lifecycle. 

  • Participate in team code reviews; contribute to and follow development standards and effectively demonstrate technical solutions to the other developers.

  • Provide ongoing support, optimization, and maintenance for live systems.

  • Recommend documentation improvements and software development process standards.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

  • 6+ years experience in professional front-end development, ideally some of which you’ve spent in startups.

  • Demonstrated experience as a frontend developer in a Ruby on Rails environment.

  • Proficiency in HTML/ERB/HAML.

  • Experience using SCSS for frontend development.

  • Experience in creating reusable interface, design, markup, and stylesheet components.

  • Proficient in applying responsive web design principles for various screen resolutions on mobile, tablet, and desktop devices. 

  • Skilled in optimizing web graphics and images to ensure fast load speed.

  • Strong knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements and experience implementing accessible designs, including familiarity with WCAG 2.0/2.1 and other relevant accessibility standards.

  • Significant experience working with Javascript, ideally in CoffeeScript.

  • Experience with version control systems, such as Git and GitHub.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. 

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Prior experience in the consumer goods, e-commerce, or DTC industry is beneficial.

Opportunity:

 

  • To help develop a life-changing, category-defining life sciences company.

  • To work with a team of cutting-edge thought leaders, scientists, entrepreneurs, industry experts, activists, and visionaries - and an extended team of global influencers.

  • To learn a tremendous amount (about neuroscience, medicine, psychology, philosophy, evolution, business, leadership, communication, etc.) and be stretched and supported to grow personally and professionally.

  • To be supported in optimizing your cognitive capabilities and psychological development with the best resources available anywhere.

  • To apply your full talents and heart to a project worthy of dedication.

  • To have your work, study, play, and contribution all be the same thing.

 

Key Culture Elements:

 

  • A category-defining company focused on optimizing human well-being and capability globally.

  • Advancing the cutting edge of consciousness studies, positive psychology, and neuroscience.

  • Excited by the therapeutic potential of entheogens and empathogens while valuing sobriety and clear-mindedness.

  • Philosophically aligned with ethical, intentional, human optimization.

  • Extremely open-minded cultural values. 

  • Focused on redesigning civilization to create sustainable abundance for all - rather than focusing on winning at this version of it.

  • Partnered with many leading academic and scientific institutions with world-class partners.

 

 

How to Apply:

Please read the position description, responsibilities, and qualifications in their entirety.  If the position looks like a great match and you meet the minimum qualifications and possess the experience required, please consider applying.  In your cover letter, we would love to know what interests you about working for Qualia Life Sciences.

 

We look forward to meeting you! 

 

Qualia Life Sciences headquarters are located in the beautiful coastal town of Carlsbad, California, but most of our team works remotely. 

 

We offer a variety of high-quality Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life, AD&D, Short—and Long-Term Disability, 401k with company contribution, Bonus Profit Plans, and wellness stipends.  We also offer free products to team members and generous discounts to friends and family.

 

Neurohacker Collective, LLC dba Qualia Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender orientation, or expression, marital status or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

 

Our mission is to create products and education for radical human optimization, empowering people to realize their full potential.

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