Job Title: Web Engineer, CaseMaker Platform
Company: Wolf Games
Location: Remote or Hybrid in LA
Type: Contract, ~40 hrs per week (potential to convert to full-time role)
ABOUT WOLF GAMES
Wolf Games is a cutting-edge studio leveraging the latest technology to expand beloved content worlds into full-fledged universes with daily, relevant, ripped-from-the-headlines, personalized content that perfectly matches its medium—be it video games, podcasts, newsletters, or vertical video platforms. Our founders have a rich history of creating hit TV series in the crime genre, leading media groups at Twitter and NextVR, and building genre-defining generative art platforms. We're at the forefront of combining innovative AI technologies with creative industries to redefine storytelling and content engagement.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an innovative and experienced Senior Web Engineer to join our dynamic team in developing and maintaining CaseMaker, our cutting-edge tool designed to generate synthetic fictional data and provide an intuitive editing interface for writers. This role is crucial for ensuring the seamless operation and continuous improvement of our product.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance & Enhancement of CaseMaker
- Regularly update and maintain the existing codebase written in Node.js and TypeScript, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
- Optimize the React front-end for maximum speed and scalability while maintaining a user-friendly experience.
Integration & Development
- Integrate Large Language Models (LLM) to enhance the tool's capabilities in generating synthetic fictional data.
- Develop and maintain a robust infrastructure of APIs for efficient communication between the tool's components and external services.
UI/UX Design
- Collaborate with the design team to implement and refine user interfaces, utilizing a front-end package similar to Tailwind for stylish and responsive design.
Quality Assurance
- Implement comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the application's reliability and performance.
- Monitor the application in production and respond swiftly to any technical issues or bugs.
Collaboration & Leadership:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to define and achieve project goals.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and encourage best practices.
MUST HAVE
Technical Expertise
- Proven experience as a Web Engineer or similar role with a strong portfolio of projects.
- Expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and React with a solid understanding of front-end technologies.
- Experience with front-end design systems similar to Tailwind CSS.
- Proficiency in integrating and working with Large Language Models (LLM) and API development.
Problem-Solving Skills
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
Communication & Collaboration
- Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely.
- Experience working in agile development teams and collaborating effectively with other team members.
Educational Background
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
NICE TO HAVE
- Knowledge of additional frameworks and libraries related to Node.js and React.
- Experience with cloud services and infrastructure management.
- Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices.
- Understanding of security best practices in web development.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Compensation: The base pay for this role is $50-70 per hour, DOE, with a planned 40 hours per week. We highly value transparency and offering competitive pay, based on current market research and employee experience level.
- Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility and adventure that comes from being self-directed at a startup.
- Remote Work: 100% fully remote position.
- Professional Growth: Opportunity to establish the product management practice at Wolf Games and lead the group as it expands.
- Innovative Technologies: Work with the latest generative AI technologies and self-defining software.
HOW TO APPLY
Either apply via LinkedIn or send your resume and, if you have one, a link to your portfolio to katie@wolfgames.net. It would be great, though not required, if you told us about some of your favorite games, designers, music…anything you want to share that might tell us a bit more about you. No essays needed; a few quick bullet points work for us!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Start Date: Position available immediately.
- Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the CTO.
- Work Authorization: Applicants must have authorization to work in their country of residence, as we are a fully remote company.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: Wolf Games is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
