Senior Software Engineer – Frontend

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our frontend team and play a critical role in building the platform that will define CaseGuard’s next chapter. You will design and build a highly performant, sophisticated frontend capable of handling complex media redaction directly in the browser. This role involves more than just building forms; you will be responsible for the architecture that supports real-time collaboration, complex document rendering, and high-stakes video manipulation. This role is expected to operate with a high degree of ownership . You will take responsibility for major frontend features and drive them end-to-end from design through production with minimal oversight. Beyond writing excellent code, you will contribute to engineering standards, influence frontend architecture, and help scale both the system and the team. What You Will Do Build scalable, maintainable frontend applications using Next.js, React, and TypeScript. Implement advanced rendering and manipulation logic for PDF documents and video within the browser. Utilize WebGL and Canvas to ensure smooth, performant interactions for redaction tools. Build and maintain real-time features using WebSockets and SignalR to support concurrent multi-user workflows. Work closely with backend engineers to consume REST APIs, defining contracts that ensure efficient data flow and optimal UX. Manage frontend deployments on AWS and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure rapid, reliable delivery. Identify and resolve frontend bottlenecks (rendering lag, memory leaks, bundle size) to ensure a seamless user experience under heavy load. Ownership & Execution Turn ambiguous product requirements into well-defined technical tasks and execution plans. Take full ownership of major frontend domains, driving them from initial design through to production deployment. Make independent technical decisions regarding frontend state management, component architecture, and styling patterns. Drive frontend