Lead Frontend Engineer

Lead Frontend Engineer at XILO XILO, a fast-growing Vertical AI company recently backed by a Series A financing round, is seeking a highly experienced and driven Lead Frontend Engineer to elevate our Angular codebase, improve modularity, and mentor junior engineers in writing clean, maintainable front-end code. About XILO Founded in 2019 by two best friends, Jon and Eli, XILO set out to revolutionize the insurance industry by solving its biggest challenges. Eli, a brokerage owner, brought invaluable industry expertise, while Jon, an experienced software engineer, saw an opportunity to innovate using technology. Initially launched as a vertical SaaS solution addressing core quoting challenges, XILO has since evolved into a trailblazing Vertical AI company leveraging the latest AI technology to transform the industry. By layering cutting-edge AI solutions onto its SaaS platform, XILO is driving innovation far beyond its original vision. Having recently closed our Series A funding round, XILO is growing rapidly and seeking talented individuals who want to do career-defining work in a mission-driven startup that’s at the forefront of AI innovation. About the Role As the Lead Frontend Engineer at XILO, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the front-end development of our platform. Your primary focus will be improving the health and scalability of our Angular codebase, implementing modular architecture, and ensuring that our front-end is maintainable and performant. Additionally, you’ll mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of high-quality engineering practices. Key Responsibilities: Improve and maintain the health of the Angular front-end codebase using the latest versions of Angular. Design and implement modular, scalable, and reusable front-end components. Collaborate with the product and design teams to ensure seamless user experiences. Plan and prioritize front-end tasks two sprints ahead of development. Conduct code reviews to enforce best practices and maintain code quality. Mentor junior engineers, helping them grow into mid-level and senior roles. Debug and resolve front-end performance issues and architectural bottlenecks. Drive adoption of new Angular features and tools to improve overall development velocity. What We’re Looking For: Extensive experience in Angular (latest versions) and modern front-end development. Strong understanding of modular design and reusable components in a SaaS environment. Proven ability to mentor and train engineers in clean, maintainable code practices. Capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering high-quality front-end solutions. Highly technical and comfortable working with complex applications. Strong communicator who collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams. Relentless work ethic: doesn’t stop until the job is done and done right. No ego and a mindset of continuous learning and improvement. Builds genuine relationships and positively motivates others. Passionate about creating intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance customer experience. Excited about technology and AI and its transformative potential. Why Join XILO? Be part of a mission-driven team at the forefront of AI and SaaS innovation. As the Lead Frontend Engineer at XILO, you’ll have the opportunity to lead technical advancements, mentor a talented team, and create impactful solutions in the insurance industry. At XILO, we don’t stop until the job is done. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, embrace challenges, and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply only if you’re ready to invest in your success and build a lasting career.