Hopper

Sr Front-end Engineer - LATAM Core (100% Remote)

Hopper2 months ago
Location

Colombia - Remote

Workplace

Remote

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 100,000 – 150,000

Level

Senior

Role

Frontend Engineer

Posted

Jan 15, 2026

Full TimeRemoteSenior

The role

Summary

Hopper is seeking a Senior Front-end Engineer for their LATAM Core team, focusing on building sophisticated, scalable white-label travel commerce platforms. The role requires an expert React and TypeScript developer who can architect high-performance web applications that serve over 400 million global travelers, with a strong emphasis on autonomous innovation and cross-functional impact.

What you'll do

Frontend Architecture: Design and implement scalable, multi-tenant travel portal frontend systems
Performance Optimization: Ensure high-performance, responsive web applications that handle millions of users
Product Collaboration: Work closely with product managers and designers to drive user experience innovations
Systems Integration: Integrate frontend systems with backend Scala services and fintech platforms

What we look for

Technical

React ExpertiseMinimum 4-5 years of professional React development experience
TypeScript MasteryAdvanced understanding of TypeScript type systems and best practices
Web PerformanceProven track record of optimizing frontend performance and user experience

Education

Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience

Experience

Frontend Development5+ years of professional frontend engineering experience
Large-Scale SystemsExperience building and maintaining large-scale, distributed web applications

Skills

Required skills

ReactExpert-level proficiency in building complex, scalable frontend applications
TypeScriptStrong typing and advanced type system implementation
Web PerformanceAbility to optimize frontend performance and user experience
Component ArchitectureDesign and implement reusable, modular frontend components

Nice to have

Distributed SystemsExperience with complex frontend architectures in distributed environments
Travel TechBackground or interest in travel technology platforms
Fintech IntegrationUnderstanding of integrating financial services into web applications

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 100,000 – 150,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Comprehensive group medical and dental insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Telemedicine

Free telemedicine services for employees and dependents

Parental Leave

Generous parental leave policy above industry standards

PTO

Unlimited paid time off

Travel Stipend

Carrot Cash travel stipend

Work Flexibility

Flexdesk Access Pass & Work-from-home stipend

Pre-IPO Equity

Competitive equity package with potential for significant upside


Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening Resume and background review
  2. 2
    Technical Phone Screen Discussion of technical skills and React/TypeScript expertise
  3. 3
    Technical Challenge Take-home coding assignment focusing on frontend architecture and performance
  4. 4
    Onsite/Virtual Interviews Multiple rounds including system design, coding, and culture fit interviews
  5. 5
    Final Interview Meeting with engineering leadership to discuss role alignment and team fit

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