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Principal Frontend Software Engineer

Crunchyroll, LLCSan Francisco, CA, United StatesNew
On-site Full-time $262K/yr - $327K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

About YouWe are excited about candidates like you because you:Have over 15 years of experience in frontend development, with a deep understanding of performance constraints in low-memory environments.Possess expertise in best practices for software design and coding.Are skilled in collaborating within cross-functional teams.Exhibit a passion for mentoring and fostering talent within your team.

About the job

About Crunchyroll

Founded by passionate anime lovers, Crunchyroll passionately delivers the art and culture of anime to over 100 million fans across more than 200 countries and territories. We connect audiences with the stories and characters they cherish through a variety of platforms including streaming video, theatrical releases, games, merchandise, and events.

Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of anime!

About the Role

As Crunchyroll continues to grow and evolve, we face unique challenges and opportunities to serve our global anime community. We are seeking a Principal Frontend Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain high-performance applications across diverse platforms, including Operator Devices, Game Consoles, Roku, and Smart TVs.

In this influential role, you will help define the technical vision and architecture for our client applications, collaborating with various teams to deliver outstanding streaming experiences to our extensive fanbase. You will lead by example, embody engineering excellence, and promote best practices across the organization.

Your Responsibilities Include:

  • Developing and optimizing Crunchyroll’s client applications across web platforms with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Collaborating cross-functionally with engineers, product managers, and designers to conceptualize and implement new features.
  • Leading technical design reviews, making informed choices regarding technology and architecture.
  • Coordinating and managing dependencies across teams to ensure smooth feature rollouts.
  • Advocating for a culture of engineering quality through thorough code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration practices.
  • Partnering with leadership to craft and refine a comprehensive testing strategy, including a scalable testing pyramid.
  • Mentoring and guiding fellow engineers through knowledge-sharing, workshops, and pair programming.
  • Encouraging a culture of ownership, accountability, and agility, while embracing ambiguity and adapting to rapidly evolving requirements.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will report directly to the Senior Director of Fan Experiences. We are currently accepting applicants for our San Francisco location.

About Crunchyroll, LLC

Crunchyroll is a leading platform delivering anime and manga to a global audience, fostering community and engagement through various interactive and immersive experiences.