Front-end Engineer

Sunhero is a green-tech startup that offers a fully integrated service for renting and buying residential rooftop PV systems.

We are driven by a mission to build a scalable solution that would accelerate worldwide uptake of PV technology and make solar the main source of residential energy, be it in Spain, Peru or South Africa. To do so, we use service innovation to excel at customer experience; financial engineering to make PV systems affordable, and digital technologies to scale sales and marketing.

We act fast and build with a global view, meeting underserved customer needs on-brand in different markets. We have launched in Spain and will expand into most high-growth markets across the global sunbelt region within the coming years.

Sunhero is founded by Berlin-based entrepreneurs with over 25 years of experience launching companies in international markets, including Airbnb, Rover, and Course Hero. Sunhero is headquartered in Berlin, Germany with a regional hub in Barcelona, Spain.

We are looking for a Front-end Engineer to join our team who is motivated to work on using technology to help solve the most pressing problem of the world.

You will be in a unique position to closely ‌collaborate ‌with the founders and ‌jointly shape ‌the‌ future of our tech stack. To be successful in this role you need to be an entrepreneur at heart. You are analytical and strategic, with a pragmatic sense of how to get things done and openness for iterations and changes of course. You know that building a company means doing whatever works best for customers and partners and you are willing to roll up your sleeves to make this happen.

Tasks
- Analyze, plan and model, front-end design implementations.
- Collaborate with our marketing and design team to provide insightful feedback on front-end product development.
- Write clean and maintainable code that is easy to understand and re-use.
- Be able to autonomously work on all stages of software development; model, implementation and delivery.
- Tackle new challenges and learn new technologies without being afraid to make mistakes along the way.
- Be proactive while developing and take responsibility for the projects you are working on.

**Requirements**:

- \+2 years of experience working as a front end developer.
- Strong knowledge of git and git workflows.
- Strong knowledge of React.js, its design patterns and best practices. Experience with Next.js is also a plus.
- Good knowledge of CSS.
- Understanding of webpack and other JS packaging solutions.
- Understanding of Jest and other testing frameworks.
- Basic knowledge of computer theory and algorithms.
- Interest in design and user experience.
- Previous experience in a tech startup is highly desirable.
- A strong motivation to have a positive impact on the planet and to change the way people think about energy production.

**Benefits**:

- A meaningful job - we are driven by the desire to make a positive impact
- An opportunity to be part of an amazing growth story
- A chance to learn from experienced founders
- Growth opportunities with regular lunch & learn sessions and a career advocate program
- Open and regular communication about our direction and progress
- Opportunity to be involved in strategic discussions and planning
- A diverse, inclusive and fun international team
- Parents-friendly environment

Ready to join the solar revolution? We are thrilled to get to know you

Sunhero is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, skin color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

**About us**:
Sunhero is a Berlin-based technology company that is building a global solution for installing rooftop PV systems for homes around the world.

**For homeowners**:
Our product helps homeowners navigate the complex marketplace of PV technology and plan a system that best fits their individual energy needs and budget. Attractive financing options backed by leading European banks help homeowners afford solar systems for their homes.

**For technicians**:
To help serve customers better we equip PV technicians with tools and resources for: planning and installing efficient systems; reaching more customers; automating their service delivery. Our product & technology support experienced technicians and raises a new generation of specialists, creating new jobs, stable income and greater purpose.

**For the planet**:
We started in Europe, but climate change knows no borders. So neither will we stop here.