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# Software Engineer, Frontend

- **Company:** Wealthfront Corporation
- **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Django Web Framework, Ruby on Rails, Web Platforms, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Backend, Vue.js, AngularJS, Information Technology, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/software-engineer-frontend-palo-alto-ca-usa-58894186

## About the Role

on the team * Build client-facing features leveraging in-house Design System components Tasks * 2-5 years in a web-focused engineering role * Strong JavaScript knowledge (ES5+, native DOM) and experience with a modern frontend framework (React, Vue, Angular) * Experience with server-side frameworks (Ruby on Rails, Express, Django) is a plus * Frontend design with custom pages, performance-focused CSS for responsive layouts * Experience with test-driven development, CI, and automated testing * BS or MS in computer science or related field Key requirements * Medical, Vision, Dental * 401K plan * Generous time off * Parental leave * Wellness reimbursements * Professional development

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will design and deliver client-facing features within Wealthfront's frontend, collaborating across product, design, and backend teams. You'll help scale web platforms, improve performance, and boost developer productivity using our Design System. You will also contribute to infrastructure work and mentoring, driving impact in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This is an opportunity to shape products that help clients grow their wealth and experience meaningful ownership in a mission-driven fintech company. Compensation / Benefits * Collaborate with backend, mobile engineers, designers, and product managers to build new features and enhance existing ones * Triage and resolve operational issues to keep mission-critical web systems running smoothly * Contribute to web platform infrastructure projects to improve system health and delivery velocity * Participate in recruiting and interviewing activities * Provide mentorship to other engineers on the team * Build client-facing features leveraging in-house Design System components Tasks * 2-5 years in a web-focused engineering role * Strong JavaScript knowledge (ES5+, native DOM) and experience with a modern frontend framework (React, Vue, Angular) * Experience with server-side frameworks (Ruby on Rails, Express, Django) is a plus * Frontend design with custom pages, performance-focused CSS for responsive layouts * Experience with test-driven development, CI, and automated testing * BS or MS in computer science or related field Key requirements * Medical, Vision, Dental * 401K plan * Generous time off * Parental leave * Wellness reimbursements * Professional development


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