FRONTEND DEVELOPER

About KannactKannact is a health coaching service dedicated to helping people with chronic conditions manage their health through human relationships. Our health coaches build strong, trust-based relationships with patients to educate them about their health and support them in taking small steps toward long-term change. We are passionate about making a real impact on human lives, helping them improve not only their health but also their quality of life.At Kannact, we have several digital products that you’ll be working on. Our health CRM equips our coaches with the tools they need to provide excellent and personalized care to our patients. We send our patients medical devices that connect to our mobile app, allowing them to monitor their health at home. We also have several other digital tools built in-house by our talented team of engineers, designers, and health coaches, all aimed at strengthening the coach-patient relationship and helping our patients achieve their health goals.Our TeamYou will report to the Director of Engineering and work alongside a scrum team. Our team is kind, supportive, and has a strong collaborative dynamic. We believe in helping each other grow and develop professionally to create great products that make a real difference in people's lives.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a talented Mid-Level Frontend Engineer who is passionate about creating intuitive, responsive user interfaces that directly impact healthcare outcomes. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing engaging and accessible web experiences that enhance the relationship between our health coaches and patients with chronic conditions.As a Mid-Level Frontend Engineer at Kannact, you'll work with a modern frontend stack centered around React.js, Next.js (pages version), and React Query to build robust applications that connect seamlessly with our backend services. You'll craft reusable UI components that adhere to our design system while ensuring optimal performance and accessibility across all devices and browsers.The ideal candidate is not just technically proficient but also a collaborative problem-solver who takes ownership of their work. You'll work on implementing pixel-perfect interfaces and partner with backend engineers to integrate APIs effectively. You should be comfortable writing comprehensive tests with Playwright and Jest to ensure application reliability and contributing to our continuous improvement culture.This role offers the opportunity to apply your frontend expertise to meaningful work that directly improves people's health outcomes. You'll be empowered to grow professionally in a supportive, remote-first environment that values work-life balance and provides pathways to expand your skills toward fullstack development.Key ResponsibilitiesUI Development & IntegrationBuild reusable, responsive UI components using React.js that adhere to our design system and accessibility standardsDevelop and maintain Next.js applications, leveraging the pages router for efficient content delivery and integration with Sanity CMSImplement efficient data fetching, caching, and state management using React Query and context APIConsume RESTful APIs and integrate with backend servicesEnsure cross-browser compatibility and responsive design across different devicesPerformance & TestingWrite comprehensive end-to-end and integration tests using Playwright to ensure application reliability and user flow integrityImplement unit tests with Jest and React Testing LibraryIdentify and resolve performance bottlenecks and UX problems in frontend applications to ensure smooth user experiencesOptimize application loading times and runtime performanceCollaboration & GrowthCollaborate with the product team to implement designs accurately and provide technical feedbackParticipate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with the teamCreate and maintain documentation for frontend components and applicationsContribute to improving the overall user experience through thoughtful UI implementationsContinuously learn and adopt new frontend technologies and best practicesQualificationsRequired2-4 years of professional working experience in frontend developmentStrong proficiency in React.js ecosystem, including hooks, context API, and component lifecycleExperience with Next.js (pages router)Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentalsExperience with responsive design and cross-browser compatibilityVersion control experience with GitExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teamsStrong sense of ownership and accountability for your workProblem-solving mindset and attention to detailHighly DesiredProficiency with React Query for data fetching, caching, and state managementExperience with Playwright for end-to-end testing and automated UI testingFamiliarity with frontend testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library)Experience in building Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), with potential future work in replacing mobile appsExperience working within a monorepo environment, and familiarity with build tools like Turborepo or similarExperience with BEM (Block, Element, Modifier) for writing maintainable and scalable CSSNice to HaveExperience with Sanity CMS integrationSome backend experience (Node.js, Java, Python, SQL)Interest in growing professionally and expanding skillset to become more fullstack (AWS, Kubernetes, Java SpringBoot, Python, Node.js)Why Join Us?Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on human lives. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and development. This is a remote position.