Senior Frontend Engineer - Remote

Overview

Raft is an intelligent logistics platform transforming the freight and customs industry through automation and advanced technologies. As a fast-scaling, UK-based tech company with global reach, we’re pioneering solutions that empower freight forwarders and customs brokers to operate at new levels of efficiency and precision. Fuelled by our Series B funding from renowned investors like Eight Roads, Bessemer Venture Partners, Episode 1, and Dynamo Ventures, we're poised for major growth and innovation.

As a Senior Frontend Engineer at Raft, you’ll play a key role in shaping the user experience of our mission-critical logistics platform. This is not a typical frontend role — it's a high-impact opportunity to craft intuitive, performant, and accessible interfaces that power global logistics operations. You’ll lead the development of sophisticated UI features, collaborate closely with design and backend teams, and ensure seamless real-time interactions across the platform.

Your work will enable critical capabilities such as multi-user collaboration, live data updates, and complex workflow visualizations. You’ll set high standards for frontend architecture, code quality, and user experience, while also contributing to design systems and component libraries that ensure consistency and scalability. Beyond building elegant interfaces, you’ll play a strategic role in frontend technology decisions and mentor fellow engineers as the team grows.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, product-focused environment and is eager to make a tangible impact on a product used across the globe.

In Short

• Build high-performance, scalable frontend applications using React and TypeScript.
• Design and implement elegant user interfaces for a smooth, accessible experience.
• Collaborate with backend engineers to define API contracts.
• Develop and maintain reusable components and design systems.
• Take ownership of feature delivery from design to performance optimization.
• Work with product managers and UX designers to create intuitive UI solutions.
• Mentor junior frontend engineers on best practices.
• Contribute to frontend technical strategy and architecture discussions.

Requirements

• Proficiency in React and TypeScript.
• Experience in frontend development and UI design.
• Strong understanding of API integration and data flow.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Experience with performance optimization techniques.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for creating accessible and user-friendly interfaces.
• Experience in a fast-paced, product-focused environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fast-scaling tech company.
• Be part of a team that is transforming the logistics industry.
• Potential for career growth and development.
• Collaborative work environment with skilled professionals.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.