Senior Front End Engineer (Drive)

Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy. Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online. Our journey began with Proton Mail, the largest secure email service globally, and has since expanded to include Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass. These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data, break away from Big Tech’s invasive practices, and defeat censorship. Purpose of the role: As a Front-end Engineer on the Drive team, you will play a crucial role in developing Proton Drive. We expect you to be customer-centric, continuously learning, and passionate about technology and usability. You are adept at turning technical complexities into seamless user experiences. What you will do: Develop new features: Developing, deploying, and supporting high-quality user experiences within Proton Drive. Collaboration: Work closely with backend, product owners, designers, QA, and other engineers to take initiatives from ideation to completion. Code review and optimization: Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality, maintainability, and performance optimization. Testing: Develop and implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit tests and integration tests, to ensure reliability. Management: Break down large initiatives into smaller milestones to gather stakeholder feedback quickly. Job Requirements: Proficiency with TypeScript or any typed language. Experience with React or 2 similar frameworks. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices. A product mindset focused on user experiences. Experience working in a distributed team. Awareness of common security issues in client-side development. Familiarity with UX, accessibility, internationalization, and localization concerns. Experience with Grafana or other monitoring platforms. Experience with breaking down product requirements into architecture design. Experience with NodeJS. High-level understanding of cryptography concepts. What We Offer: Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person. Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role. Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices. Transport: Support with transport costs. Stock Options: You get stock options when you join us. Flexible Working: Define your own working hours. Learning and Development: Various learning opportunities. Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, and wellness programs. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Paris, FR

Posted Date: 1/9/2025