Staff Software Engineer, Front End Web UI Platform

About the role

GitHub is looking for a senior engineer to steer the architecture and evolution of its web UI platform that powers GitHub.com for millions of developers worldwide. The role is remote‑first, focuses on performance, accessibility, consistency and reliability, and requires a blend of strategic vision and hands‑on implementation.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the technical direction of the web UI platform, balancing long‑term architecture with day‑to‑day delivery.
• Lead large‑scale cross‑team migrations and initiatives, ensuring smooth rollout without disrupting product velocity.
• Establish reusable patterns, standards and paved‑path tooling that reduce cognitive load for many engineering teams.
• Produce design and architecture proposals, evaluate trade‑offs, and build consensus across engineering, product and design.
• Mentor engineers of all levels through design reviews, code reviews and pair programming.
• Advocate for platform priorities to senior leadership and secure needed resources.

Eligibility

• 9+ years of software engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Associate’s degree + 8 years, Bachelor’s + 7 years, Master’s + 5 years, Doctorate + 3 years).
• Strong background in building and maintaining production‑grade software in languages such as JavaScript, Java, C++, Python, Go, or similar.
• Proven ability to deliver large, complex systems at scale.

Skills

• Deep expertise in React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3.
• Solid understanding of web performance metrics, accessibility standards and server‑side rendering.
• Experience designing design systems, shared component libraries, and platform‑wide tooling.
• Ability to drive cross‑team migrations and coordinate rollout strategies.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to influence multiple stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonuses and equity participation.
• Fully remote work setup with flexible hours.
• Generous learning and development budget, including access to GitHub Copilot.
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity, growth mindset and collaboration.