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Principal Frontend Software Engineer (US Remote)Turnitin, LLC • Washington, DC, US
Principal Frontend Software Engineer (US Remote)

Principal Frontend Software Engineer (US Remote)

Turnitin, LLC • Washington, DC, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

When you join Turnitin, you'll be welcomed into a company that is a recognized innovator in the global education space. For more than 25 years, Turnitin has partnered with educational institutions to promote honesty, consistency, and fairness across all subject areas and assessment types. Turnitin products are used by educational institutions and certification and licensing programs to uphold integrity and increase learning performance, and by students and professionals to do their best, original work.

Experience a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in a way that best suits you, supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being. Our diverse community of colleagues are all unified by a shared desire to make a difference in education.

Turnitin is a global organization with team members in over 35 countries including the United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, India, and the Philippines.

Job Description

Turnitin is seeking a Frontend Engineer with strong expertise in modern frontend technologies such as web components, React, and microfrontends. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about designing and delivering intuitive, high-performing, and reliable user interfaces that support our award-winning educational platform.

As a core contributor to our product development team, you will play a critical role in shaping the user experience of both existing and new applications. You will collaborate closely with backend engineers, designers, and product managers to create scalable and engaging solutions that meet the needs of educators and students worldwide.

Responsibilities :

  • Component Development :

Design, develop, and maintain highly efficient, reusable, and scalable web components using Stencil.js, TypeScript, Angular, and React.

  • Build modular and reusable UI components to ensure consistency and maintainability across projects.
  • Architecture & Best Practices :
  • Establish and enforce best practices for system design, including accessibility (WCAG compliance), performance optimization, and responsive design.

  • Collaborate with the team to define the architecture of the design system or component.
  • Integration & Collaboration :
  • Ensure seamless integration of web components into various applications, particularly within Angular / React projects.

  • Work closely with backend engineers to design APIs that enable efficient data flow and interaction with frontend components.
  • Code Quality & Standards :
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to modern standards and practices.

  • Perform regular code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
  • Testing & Debugging :
  • Create robust unit and integration tests.

  • Debug and resolve performance bottlenecks and other frontend issues.
  • Collaboration & Mentorship :
  • Work closely with designers and product managers to understand requirements and provide technical insights during the planning phase.

  • Mentor junior frontend engineers, sharing knowledge on web components, Stencil.js, TypeScript, Angular, and React.
  • Performance Optimization :
  • Continuously improve the performance of frontend applications, ensuring compatibility with various browsers and platforms.

  • Optimize assets and rendering pipelines for faster load times and better user experience.
  • Documentation & Support :
  • Create comprehensive documentation for the developed reusable components, including usage guidelines and examples.

  • Provide technical support to teams integrating the components into their projects.
  • Continuous Learning :
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies.

  • Proactively suggest improvements to existing tooling, frameworks, or processes to enhance team efficiency and product quality.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration :
  • Collaborate with DevOps to streamline CI / CD processes for frontend builds and deployments.

  • Ensure smooth handoff of frontend deliverables to QA and collaborate on addressing issues during testing.
  • Qualifications

    Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge / Experience

  • 10+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years working on web components and Angular / React projects; building micro-frontends.
  • Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining reusable libraries and design systems used across multiple projects.
  • Deep understanding of TypeScript, including advanced types, generics, and best practices for scalable codebases.
  • Extensive experience with HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
  • Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, or similar tools.
  • Strong debugging skills for browser-based issues and performance optimizations.
  • Knowledge of frontend performance best practices, including rendering optimization, lazy loading, and asset management.
  • Experience with modern build tools like esbuild, Rollup, or Vite.
  • Proficiency with version control systems like Git.
  • Understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and responsive design principles.
  • Proven experience collaborating effectively with designers, product managers, and backend teams across geographically distributed time zones, including Europe and the USA, to deliver seamless and cohesive user experiences.
  • Strong communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts and collaborate effectively.
  • Familiarity with integrating frontend builds into CI / CD pipelines, specifically using GitHub Actions.
  • Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge / Experience

  • Understanding or experience with backend technologies
  • Knowledge of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and modern browser APIs.
  • Expertise in web components development using Stencil.js or similar frameworks.
  • Familiarity with tools like Storybook for component documentation.
  • Experience working with Agile / Scrum teams.
  • Additional Information

    The expected annual base salary range for this position is : $126,525 / year to $210,875 / year . This position is bonus eligible / commission-based.

    Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if extended, and is determined by work location and a range of other relevant factors, including but not limited to : experience, skills, degrees, licensures, certifications, and other job-related factors. Internal equity, market and organizational factors are also considered.

    Total Rewards @ Turnitin

    At Turnitin, we believe Total Rewards go far beyond pay. While salary, bonus, or commission are important, they’re only part of the value you receive in exchange for your work.

    Beyond compensation, you’ll experience the intrinsic rewards of unleashing your potential and making a positive impact on global education. You’ll also thrive in a culture free of politics, surrounded by humble, inclusive, and collaborative teammates.

    In addition, our extrinsic rewards include generous time off and health and wellness programs that provide choice, flexibility, and a safety net for life’s challenges. You’ll also enjoy a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in the way that suits you best, all supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being.

    Our Mission is to ensure the integrity of global education and meaningfully improve learning outcomes.

    Our Values underpin everything we do.

  • Customer Centric : Our mission is focused on improving learning outcomes; we do this by putting educators and learners at the center of everything we do.
  • Passion for Learning : We are committed to our own learning and growth internally. And we support education and learning around the globe.
  • Integrity : Integrity is the heartbeat of Turnitin—it is the core of our products, the way we treat each other, and how we work with our customers and vendors.
  • Action & Ownership : We have a bias for action. We act like owners. We are willing to change even when it’s hard.
  • One Team : We strive to break down silos, collaborate effectively, and celebrate each others' successes.
  • Global Mindset : We consider different perspectives and celebrate diversity. We are one team. The work we do has an impact on the world.
  • Global Benefits

  • Remote First Culture
  • Health Care Coverage
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • Self-Care Days
  • National Holidays
  • 2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Charitable Contribution Match
  • Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (mental health platform)
  • Parental Leave
  • Retirement Plan with match / contribution
  • Seeing Beyond the Job Ad

    At Turnitin, we recognize it’s unrealistic for candidates to fulfill 100% of the criteria in a job ad.  We encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of the requirements because we know that skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and unleash your potential alongside us, join our team!

    Turnitin, LLC is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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