Lead Frontend Developer
Lead Frontend Developer (Remote First) – ClimateTech Startup
A mission-driven ClimateTech startup is looking for a Lead Frontend Developer to help build technology that directly contributes to tackling climate change. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing team using cutting-edge technology to deliver tools that support environmental insight, smarter decision-making, and real-world climate impact.
You’ll take ownership of the frontend architecture while leading and mentoring a small team of engineers. The role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, giving you the chance to shape both the product and the team as the company scales.
The Role
- Lead the design and development of a modern frontend platform
- Build high-quality, scalable user interfaces using React
- Manage, mentor, and support frontend engineers as the team grows
- Work closely with product, design, and data teams to deliver intuitive and impactful features
- Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term technical strategy
- Help establish best practices across testing, performance, and maintainability
What They’re Looking For
- Strong experience building modern web applications with React
- Proven experience leading or managing engineers
- Ability to balance hands-on development with technical leadership
- Experience building scalable frontend architectures
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Nice to Have
- Experience working with GIS or geospatial libraries
- Exposure to mapping technologies or spatial data visualisation
- Startup or high-growth environment experience
Why Join?
- Work on technology designed to create measurable climate impact
- Join an ambitious and mission-driven founding team
- Remote-first culture with flexible working
- Competitive salary plus meaningful equity
- Opportunity to shape both the product and engineering culture from an early stage
If you’re a frontend leader who wants to build meaningful technology and help drive climate solutions at scale, this is a chance to make a real difference.
Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch to learn more.