Senior Frontend Engineer, AI at Airwallex - San Francisco

Role Overview

As a Senior Frontend Engineer on the AI team at Airwallex, you will be at the forefront of building user-facing applications that connect users with intelligent financial systems. You'll be using cutting-edge technologies like Vite, React, and Tailwind CSS to create intuitive and engaging experiences that empower businesses globally. Your work will directly impact how users trust, understand, and interact with AI-driven workflows, ultimately simplifying complex financial tasks and freeing up founders to focus on growing their companies.

Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into your daily activities:

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define and refine product requirements.
• Design and develop responsive, performant user interfaces using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.
• Build and maintain modular design systems and component libraries to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Translate complex backend logic and AI reasoning into intuitive user interfaces.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews to provide feedback and share knowledge.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and scalability issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies and trends.

Why San Francisco?

San Francisco is a global hub for technology and innovation, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and networking. Airwallex's San Francisco office provides a vibrant and collaborative work environment, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry. The city's diverse culture, world-class restaurants, and abundant outdoor activities make it an exciting place to live and work.

Career Path

At Airwallex, we are committed to fostering the growth and development of our employees. As a Senior Frontend Engineer, you'll have opportunities to advance your career through technical leadership roles, management positions, or specialized areas of expertise within the AI team. We provide ongoing training and mentorship to help you reach your full potential.

Salary & Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee stock options
• Commuter benefits
• Wellness programs
• Generous parental leave

The estimated salary range for this role in San Francisco is $160,000 - $240,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Airwallex Culture

Airwallex is a fast-paced, innovative company with a strong emphasis on collaboration, ownership, and customer focus. We value individuals who are passionate about building great products and making a positive impact on the world. Our operating principles guide our decisions and actions, ensuring that we always act with integrity and strive for excellence.

How to Apply

If you're ready to join a dynamic team and build the future of global finance, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you.

FAQ

1. What is Airwallex? Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses.
2. What technologies do you use? We primarily use Vite, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS on the frontend.
3. What is the company culture like? We have a fast-paced, innovative culture that emphasizes collaboration, ownership, and customer focus.
4. What are the career growth opportunities? We offer opportunities for advancement through technical leadership, management, and specialized roles.
5. What benefits do you offer? We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and employee stock options.
6. What is the interview process like? Our interview process typically involves a technical screen, a coding challenge, and interviews with the hiring manager and team members.
7. What is the team structure? The AI team is small, elite, and builder-focused, led by experienced operators.
8. What is the impact of this role? This role has a direct impact on how users trust, understand, and engage with AI-driven workflows.
9. What are the key responsibilities? Key responsibilities include developing user interfaces, building design systems, and collaborating with backend and AI teams.
10. What are the required qualifications? Required qualifications include 5+ years of frontend experience with React and TypeScript, and a strong product sense.