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In your role as Principal Front End Software Engineer, you will be part of the development team to bring to life a new initiative from scratch to connect strategy to execution at scale by using the ...

We're seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented web front-end engineer with significant JS/HTML/CSS experience to help maintain and enhance the web-based GUI for the FortiSwitch network switch. Our ...

Principal Associate, Front End Design Systems Principal Associate, Front End Design Systems This is a Hybrid position located in Plano, TX. Relocation to Plano, TX is required if you're not located ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal frontend in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior · Staff · Principal Frontend Engineer

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

Senior / Staff / Principal Frontend Engineer
Location: Onsite New York
We have multiple startups interested in talent. Here is a generic summary. Instead of a perfect job description, we present talented individuals to companies and allow them to share how that talent fits in the organization.
A Front-End Developer is responsible for building the user-facing parts of websites and web applications, ensuring a seamless and visually appealing user experience. They translate designs into functional code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and may also utilize frameworks and libraries.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement user interfaces:
Front-end developers create the visual elements of websites and applications that users see and interact with.
Translate designs into code:
They take design mockups and wireframes and translate them into functional code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Build interactive elements:
They create interactive features and animations to enhance the user experience.
Ensure cross-browser compatibility:
They make sure the website or application functions correctly across different web browsers and devices.
Optimize page load times:
They optimize code for speed and efficiency, ensuring a fast and smooth user experience.
Collaborate with back-end developers:
They work closely with back-end developers to integrate the front-end with server-side logic and databases.
Maintain and update existing websites and applications:
They may be responsible for fixing bugs, implementing new features, and maintaining existing code.
Follow industry best practices:
They stay up-to-date on the latest front-end technologies and best practices.
Test and debug code:
They thoroughly test their code to ensure it functions as expected and debug any issues that arise.
Key Skills:
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript: Proficiency in these foundational web development languages is essential.
Front-end frameworks and libraries: Knowledge of frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js is often required.
Responsive design: Ability to create websites and applications that adapt to different screen sizes and devices.
Version control systems (Git): Familiarity with version control systems like Git is crucial for collaborative development.
Accessibility: Understanding of accessibility principles and how to make websites usable for people with disabilities.
Problem-solving and debugging skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues in the code.
Testing and debugging: Ability to test and debug code to ensure it functions correctly.
Compensation: Market range and can include equity - details can be provided after the specific client is determined.