Software Engineer (Js/TypeScript)

About The Company Foxglove is at the forefront of building the data infrastructure essential for robotics operating in real-world environments. As robotics technology transitions from research laboratories into mainstream production across various sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and field deployments, the need for sophisticated data management and visualization tools has become critical. Foxglove specializes in developing observability, visualization, and data infrastructure solutions that enable robotics and autonomous systems teams to efficiently ingest, store, query, replay, and analyze vast volumes of multimodal sensor data. Our tools facilitate deep insights into system behavior, helping engineers troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and accelerate innovation in robotics technology. With a focus on high-performance, scalable, and user-centric data solutions, Foxglove empowers developers and engineers to push the boundaries of what is possible in robotics data analysis. Our commitment to open-source principles and cutting-edge technology makes us a trusted partner in the robotics community, supporting the development of safer, more reliable autonomous systems. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Frontend Staff Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about solving complex product challenges and advancing web technologies to their limits. At Foxglove, you will be instrumental in building high-performance, deeply interactive frontend applications tailored for robotics and complex data visualization. The role involves creating innovative workflows that handle streaming massive datasets, leveraging GPU-backed rendering, and delivering seamless user experiences to engineers and technical users. You will work closely with product managers, designers, and customers to develop features that are both powerful and intuitive. Your expertise will help optimize performance across the entire stack, from JavaScript execution to rendering pipelines, ensuring our tools operate efficiently under demanding conditions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to explore non-traditional browser workflows, contribute to core system architecture, and expand your knowledge within the robotics and autonomous vehicle industries. Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in frontend or full-stack engineering roles focused on complex product applications
• 2+ years of experience working in Autonomous Vehicles (AV), Robotics, or related fields
• Proficiency in Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frameworks like React
• Deep understanding of frontend performance optimization, browser internals, and debugging tools
• Experience handling large datasets in the frontend, including buffering, streaming, and visualization
• Familiarity with build tools such as Vite, Webpack, or esbuild and optimizing development pipelines
• Experience working with WebGL, WebAssembly (WASM), or web workers is a plus
• Strong passion for building technical tools aimed at engineers and developers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work efficiently, often in shorter timeframes
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, small team environment
• Bonus points: experience with Electron desktop applications, 2D/3D visualization, or C++

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop high-performance, dynamic frontend applications capable of handling large or real-time datasets
• Design and refine complex UI workflows that remain responsive under heavy computational loads
• Collaborate with product and design teams to craft polished, intuitive user experiences for engineering and technical audiences
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across the entire stack, including JavaScript execution, data transfer, and rendering pipelines
• Contribute to core build systems, framework architecture, and overall application reliability
• Explore innovative solutions for non-traditional browser workflows, such as streaming data and GPU-backed rendering
• Take end-to-end ownership of features, engaging directly with customers and community feedback to refine products
• Expand knowledge of robotics and autonomous systems industries to inform development priorities
• Work alongside an experienced team on cutting-edge products that push technological boundaries

Benefits

• Monthly budget of $300 towards commuter benefits or building a personal workspace (remote only)
• Competitive equity grant in a Series B funded company
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Term Life insurance at 100% for employees and 75% for dependents
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% matching
• Four weeks of paid vacation, in addition to holidays and winter break
• All expenses paid company off-sites held 1-2 times per year

Equal Opportunity Foxglove is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and are essential to our success.