Senior Software Engineer, UI

As a Senior Software Engineer, UI at Natera, your responsibilities include designing and developing modern web applications, working closely with product teams and designers to create exceptional user experiences, and implementing pixel-perfect interfaces using React and modern frontend tools. You'll also optimize application performance, perform code reviews, and mentor junior developers, making a significant impact on our innovative projects.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer, UI position at Natera, you'll need at least 8 years of frontend development experience, especially with React and its ecosystem, modern JavaScript/TypeScript, and various frontend frameworks. Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and web performance optimization is also essential. While healthcare IT experience is beneficial, it's not mandatory.

In your role as a Senior Software Engineer, UI at Natera, you'll work with technologies like React, NextJS, HTML5, CSS3, and modern CSS frameworks. Familiarity with frontend testing frameworks, build tools, REST and GraphQL APIs, and AWS infrastructure is also valuable as you design and develop secure and scalable web applications.

Natera supports career growth for Senior Software Engineers, UI by fostering a collaborative environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues, engage in mentorship opportunities, and participate in exciting projects that challenge your skills. The company encourages continuous learning and offers various resources to help you expand your expertise and progress in your career.

The work culture for a Senior Software Engineer, UI at Natera is inclusive and dynamic. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, diversity, and innovation. The company takes pride in creating an environment where employees are encouraged to share their ideas and work together to achieve the common goal of improving healthcare through technology.

In my previous role, I extensively used React to build dynamic user interfaces. I focused on creating reusable components that improved consistency across the application. Additionally, I implemented state management solutions that enhanced performance and user experience, showcasing my deep understanding of the React ecosystem.

I prioritize accessibility by following web standards such as WCAG guidelines and implementing semantic HTML. Regularly reviewing my applications with accessibility testing tools ensures that users, regardless of ability, can interact with my interfaces effectively.

To optimize web application performance, I focus on minimizing load times through techniques like code splitting, lazy loading images, and utilizing efficient state management. Regular performance audits using tools like Lighthouse also help in identifying areas for improvement.

I maintain open communication with designers and product managers to align our goals and expectations. Regular meetings and feedback sessions help ensure that the technical implementation matches the design vision and project objectives seamlessly.

In my last job, I established a weekly mentoring session where junior developers could share their challenges. I guided them through code reviews, shared best practices, and provided resources to improve their coding skills, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

I prefer using Jest and React Testing Library for unit testing due to their simplicity and effectiveness. I also advocate for test-driven development (TDD) in my projects, which helps ensure code quality and reduces bugs in production.

When building reusable component libraries, I start by defining a consistent design system and component architecture. I prioritize versatility and scalability, ensuring components are configurable and well-documented for other developers to leverage easily.

Code reviews are crucial for maintaining quality and fostering collaboration. They allow for knowledge sharing and catching potential issues early, ensuring that the final product is robust and meets the team's standards.

I prefer using Redux or Context API for state management in my applications. These tools allow for clear data flow and maintain the application's performance, especially when dealing with complex data interactions across components.

Web accessibility is paramount in UI development. It ensures that all users, regardless of their abilities, can access and benefit from our applications. By implementing accessibility best practices, we promote inclusivity and improve the overall user experience.