Front-End Engineer at Genius
About Genius
Genius is building the next-generation crypto terminal and exchange — a platform designed for professional traders who demand speed, precision, and insight. Backed by some of the most liquid players in the industry, Genius offers the deepest network coverage and the most advanced analytics in crypto trading.
Front-end engineering is at the heart of our product. It’s not decoration — it’s the conversion engine, the retention loop, and the core of our brand. This role focuses on front-end development but values engineers who can move seamlessly across the stack when needed.
Our users are discretionary traders, large whales, and sophisticated actors with high risk tolerance. They expect power, speed, and reliability — and we aim to exceed that standard. The mission: bring consumer-grade polish to crypto-native performance.
Responsibilities
Architect, build, and maintain high-performance front-end applications using Next.js and TypeScript.
Implement pixel-perfect, responsive, and accessible UI components that deliver exceptional user experiences.
Collaborate closely with design and product teams to refine advanced trading workflows.
Optimize application performance across devices and browsers — focusing on rendering speed, bundle size, and load time.
Integrate with REST and WebSocket APIs, occasionally contributing to back-end development.
Uphold best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation.
Mentor junior developers and help define engineering standards, culture, and tooling.
Requirements
4+ years of professional front-end development experience.
Expert-level proficiency in Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
Deep understanding of front-end architecture, performance optimization, and state management.
Proven experience integrating with REST and WebSocket APIs.
Familiarity with back-end concepts such as Node.js, Postgres, and cloud infrastructure.
Demonstrated ability to own features end-to-end in production systems.
Must be based in New York City and available for full-time, in-person collaboration.
Above all: Speed. Execution. Ownership.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience building fintech, trading, or real-time applications.
Open-source contributions or notable side projects demonstrating strong craftsmanship.
Comfort with rapid iteration, high-velocity product cycles, and startup environments.
Why Genius
Impact: We’re building the definitive crypto interface for DeFi — our goal is to redefine trading UX.
Upside: Competitive base pay plus aggressive token and equity grants.
Influence: Shape the front-end foundation of a flagship crypto product from the ground up.
Environment: Fast-paced, high-ownership team working on ambitious ideas in the heart of NYC.