Senior Software Engineer, Front-End Focus

The opportunity

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer that’ll be focused on our front-end tech stack to help us scale and evolve the web applications that power Kin’s customer and internal experiences. As we expand our products and enter new markets, our in-house systems must remain fast, resilient, and intuitive. This role exists to ensure we build front-end systems that are not only functional but thoughtfully architected for long-term growth.

You’ll work on a small, highly collaborative team, independently owning and operating complex features across our Angular and Web Component-based applications. At this level, you won’t just ship code — you’ll influence architecture, surface systemic improvements, and help elevate engineering standards across the team.

Your responsibilities

• Own the design, development, and delivery of complex front-end features using Typescript, Angular (2+), Lit, HTML, and SCSS
• Architect scalable UI solutions and reusable component libraries leveraging Web Components
• Integrate front-end applications with APIs, including defining contracts and collaborating on API design
• Drive performance optimization, accessibility improvements, and UX enhancements across applications
• Lead and participate in pair programming, code reviews, and technical design discussions
• Champion engineering best practices across documentation, testing, CI/CD, architecture, and maintainable layout patterns
• Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance, feedback, and modeling high-quality engineering habits
• Identify systemic technical debt and propose pragmatic, high-leverage improvements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and backend engineering partners to deliver end-to-end solutions

Success in this role

In your first 6–12 months at Kin, success is less about checking boxes and more about the impact you create. You’ll use your skills and judgment to take ownership of meaningful work, improve how we operate, and help move Kin’s mission forward. Along the way, you’ll deliver outcomes that make a real difference for both Kinfolk and the homeowners we serve.

By the end of your first year, you should feel confident in your role, trusted as an owner, and proud of the progress you’ve helped make.

• Large, complex features are delivered on time with high code quality, strong test coverage, and minimal regressions
• Front-end architecture is measurably more scalable and maintainable due to reusable components and improved state management patterns
• Team velocity improves because of clearer documentation, stronger code reviews, and mentorship provided to junior engineers
• Cross-functional partners report increased confidence in engineering delivery due to thoughtful collaboration and proactive problem-solving

What you’ll bringCore Experience & Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience shipping large, complex software projects in production environments
• Expert proficiency in modern JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS/SCSS
• Experience building applications with Angular (2+) and modern SPA patterns
• Experience with state management libraries such as NgRx or Redux
• Experience building or composing applications with Web Components (Lit preferred)
• Experience integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to code quality standards

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working with Ruby on Rails APIs
• Familiarity with BEM methodology, Object-Oriented CSS principles, and custom component library development
• Experience contributing to architectural decisions in a startup or high-growth environment

Working Style & Environment

• Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities
• Ability to operate independently with limited technical guidance
• Strong communication skills and cross-functional collaboration experience
• Located in Central or Eastern US time zones (CDT or EDT) strongly preferred

How we hireWe believe a great hiring experience should be clear, respectful, and human. We’ll accept applications for this position until March 12, 2026. While our recruiting team uses AI tools for efficiency, resumes are still screened by Kin’s in-house recruiters, and candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by recruiters and hiring teams. Rest assured, real people make real decisions.

The hiring process and timeline for each role will vary, depending on the position. However, here are some things you can expect from us:

• Prompt updates and feedback following interviews
• Interviews with recruiters, hiring managers, and members of teams
• Skills assessment relevant to the position, if applicable
• Genuine, thoughtful human interaction at every step

How we support youWe offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits program, allowing you to choose the benefits that are best for you and your family, starting on the first day of the month following your start date.

State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift

EEOC statementKin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor it, nurture it, and celebrate it. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Kin welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.…