Bestow is a leading vertical technology platform serving life insurers, and we're looking for a Staff Frontend Software Engineer to join our team. The role will lead the evolution of our frontend platform, architect and implement complex user interfaces, and partner with backend engineers to design and evolve our platform capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
- 8+ years of professional software development experience with significant depth in React and modern SSR frameworks (Remix, NextJS, etc.)
- Expert-level understanding of GraphQL architecture, including schema design, performance optimization, resolver patterns, and the ability to guide architectural decisions around API design
- Proven track record of delivering accessible, performant, and scalable frontend solutions, with demonstrated ability to balance technical excellence with business needs
- Strong leadership and communication skills with experience influencing technical decisions across multiple teams and stakeholder groups
- Advanced knowledge of testing strategies and tools (Jest, Vitest, React Testing Library, Playwright/Cypress) with experience establishing testing standards and practices
- Extensive experience designing and optimizing build and deployment pipelines, with a focus on developer productivity and system reliability
- Demonstrated experience building and scaling frontend architectures that support rapid growth, with deep understanding of performance optimization, code splitting, micro-frontends, and modular design patterns
- Track record of mentoring junior and mid-level engineers, helping them grow their technical skills and career development
- Understands how to leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, LLMs) to accelerate the software development lifecycle, automate repetitive architectural tasks, and mentor the engineering team on maximizing productivity through modern, AI-augmented workflows.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity based on role
- 100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Lifestyle stipend to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing
- Flexible work-from-home policy and open to remote
- Employee-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
