[Remote] Staff Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Greylock Partners is an early-stage investor known for backing category-defining enterprise security companies. They are hiring a foundational frontend engineer to build an entire frontend platform from scratch, defining architecture and tooling while integrating AI-powered capabilities to enhance user experience.ResponsibilitiesOwn the entire frontend platform from the ground upDefine the architecture, frameworks, and tooling that every engineer after you builds onBuild the core design system, reusable component libraries, state management layer, and APIs that set the standard for how the team ships productWork directly with design and product to turn complex security workflows into simple interfaces — prioritizing speed and flexibility over polish in the early stagesDesign and deliver high-impact features that seamlessly integrate AI-powered capabilities, ensuring clarity, usability, and reliability for customers navigating massive amounts of security dataEstablish the testing, performance, and maintainability practices that keep the codebase production-ready as the team scalesAs the first frontend hire, you'll set the bar for technical excellence and mentor future engineers into the culture you helped createSkillsYou've done this before — ideally at an early-stage company or a new product line where you had to build the foundation, not just build on oneYou've operated at the Staff+ level (Staff, Senior Staff, or Principal) at some point in your careerYou have deep expertise in React, TypeScript, and modern build tooling and web application architectureYou think in systems, not just features — you get energy from building the abstractions and infrastructure that make other engineers fasterYou have a strong background in frontend infrastructure: component libraries, build systems, state management, and performance optimizationYou're pragmatic: you know when to architect for scale and when to ship something that works todayYou move with urgency because you understand that at this stage, velocity is a competitive advantageYou care deeply about engineering craftsmanship; code quality, attention to detail, and thoughtful design aren't afterthoughts for youCompany OverviewWe are the first partner for founders. Over 80% of our investments are the first check: Pre-Seed, Seed, or Series A. Many start on a whiteboard. It was founded in 1965, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.greylock.com.Company H1B SponsorshipGreylock Partners has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2023, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.