Frontend Web Developer
Rugged Robotics is on a mission to empower the construction industry to build better by innovating new approaches to tough problems using automation. We are a fast-paced start-up environment where every employee takes on many roles and wears many hats. To help our customers to build better, we need to build the best team.
The software team at Rugged Robotics is responsible for prototyping, developing, and implementing software solutions that power the automation of our construction layout robots. As a Frontend Web Developer, you'll be harnessing your creative and technical skills to build the bridge between our clients/operators and our robotics software/hardware stack.
The Role
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to build responsive, user-friendly web interfaces
- Develop and maintain frontend features using React and TypeScript, with a focus on performance and scalability
- Translate complex workflows into intuitive UI/UX components
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues across multiple browsers and devices
- Integrate different types of APIs and ensure seamless data flow between systems
- Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews
- Contribute to the design system and UI consistency across our suite of tools
- Collaborate closely with backend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end-to-end features
- Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, and team discussions in an Agile environment
You Are
- Someone with 3+ years of experience building modern, responsive web applications using React, HTML, CSS, and TypeScript/JavaScript (including modern ES6+ features)
- Experienced in integrating with RESTful APIs and GraphQL
- Comfortable working with real-time data technologies such as WebSockets
- Familiar with state management with libraries like Redux, Zustand, or similar
- Well-versed in automated testing and testing frameworks such as Jest, React Testing Library, and Cypress
- Experienced in working with graphical interfaces involving 2D or 3D models, using canvas libraries like Konva or WebGL/three.js
- Committed to accessibility (a11y) and internationalization, including right-to-left (RTL) support
- Comfortable using modern development workflows/tools like Git, Docker, etc.
- An excellent problem-solver with a strong user-focused mindset
Great to Have
- Experience with React Native and mobile-first design
- Familiarity with AWS services or cloud deployment pipelines
- Comfort working with design tools like Figma and collaborating on UX
- Understanding of CI/CD workflows (e.g., GitLab CI)
- Knowledge of frontend security best practices
- Exposure to CAD tools, architectural workflows, or robotics (professional or hobbyist)
Perks
- A full time, competitive salary with equity
- Flexible paid vacation from day one
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- 401k Plan available
Rugged Robotics is headquartered in Houston, TX in the vibrant neighborhood of East Downtown. This role requires close collaboration with teammates, and you’ll often be the go-to expert. Working from our office in Houston will unlock countless opportunities for spontaneous problem-solving, fast feedback, and career development.
Interested in Rugged Robotics but don't tick all the boxes? Don't see a role that meets your skills? Reach out, let us know how you think you can contribute to the team, and define your own position.
Rugged Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at our company. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected legal status.
Top Skills
What We Do
Founded by a registered P.E. and a NASA engineer, Rugged Robotics is a Houston-based, construction technology company, aimed at improving labor productivity through the introduction of robotics and automation.
Rugged builds hardware enabled solutions to real world problems and is developing a portfolio of robotic platforms for use on commercial construction sites. Each product they offer solves an existing pain-point, performs tangible work, and saves contractors time and money.
Rugged's current focus is tackling the challenge of field layout. Rugged is replacing the error prone, manual layout process with an automated rover that marks fully coordinated A/E designs directly onto unfinished concrete floors. Their solution delivers fast, accurate, detailed, and coordinated layouts, enabling fast and efficient installation.
