We are looking for a talented and versatile Frontend Engineer to take charge of designing and building the user interface of our R&D platform. As our first dedicated frontend engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining the look, feel, and user experience of our product. You’ll work closely with a small, agile team of scientists, backend engineers, and product experts to create intuitive and responsive interfaces that make complex data and simulations accessible to a wide range of users. If you’re passionate about building user-friendly applications in an innovative and impactful environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Design and implement a polished, responsive, and efficient user interface for our web-based battery R&D platform Collaborate with backend engineers, data scientists, and product managers to create a cohesive and intuitive user experience Translate complex scientific data and simulations into accessible, interactive visualizations Ensure high performance and compatibility across a range of devices and browsers Establish and maintain frontend best practices, tooling, and architecture to ensure code quality and scalability as we grow Rapidly prototype new features and gather feedback from users to refine and improve the UI Advocate for the user experience and push for excellence in usability, design, and performance Requirements 3+ years of experience in frontend development, with a strong portfolio of web applications Proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, etc.) and deep knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS Familiarity with development tools such as Vite, Webpack, or similar bundlers Experience with data visualization libraries (e.g., D3.js, Plotly) and handling complex data within the UI Demonstrated sense of design and user experience Experience integrating frontend applications with RESTful APIs A proactive, adaptable mindset that thrives in a startup environment Nice to Haves Experience with backend technologies, especially FastAPI, to bridge the gap between frontend and backend teams Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and deploying frontend applications in scalable environments Knowledge of or interest in battery technology, scientific computing, or related technical fields Contributions to open-source projects, particularly in scientific or technical domains Why Join Ionworks? Impact: Play a key role in the development of a platform that supports groundbreaking energy research and innovation. Growth: As the first dedicated frontend engineer, you’ll have a unique opportunity to influence the technical direction of the frontend stack and user experience. Team: Work with a passionate, talented team of scientists and engineers committed to solving critical energy challenges. Innovation: Shape a product that leverages cutting-edge simulation, data visualization, and cloud infrastructure to redefine the future of battery R&D.