Chiru Labs is hiring a

Web3 Design Engineer - Frontend

At Azuki, you will have an opportunity to develop decentralized IPs and build innovative products that change how fans engage and experience anime. We’re building the right team to navigate and pioneer a multimedia brand for the future.

The lines between the physical and digital worlds are blurring and the rules are being rewritten. Our mission is to build the future of anime by harnessing the power of community and blockchain technology.

As a Design Engineer at Azuki, you’ll craft beautiful, impactful, and engaging user experiences alongside a talented team of developers, designers, and artists. You’ll leverage your expertise in design and engineering to create high-visibility solutions and deliver innovative builds showcasing Azuki’s brand and lore, such as Hilumia, The Alley, BEANZ 101, and much more!

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Passionate about creating stunning, user-centric front-end experiences that captivate and engage.

• Comfortable owning complex design projects from start to finish (ideation, prototyping, implementation), with a focus on performance, accessibility, and responsiveness.

• Proficient in using modern web technologies like WebGL, Three.js, and other cutting-edge frameworks to bring designs to life.

• Able to distill complex design concepts and present them clearly to stakeholders across different functions (engineering, product, business) to ensure cohesive and robust implementation.

• Proactive, sweats the details, resourceful, strong work ethic, and willing to roll up sleeves to unblock.
  

TECHNICAL EXPECTATIONS

• Skilled in creating interactive 2D and 3D experiences and animations that push the boundaries of web design.

• Deeply experienced with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and React or similar frameworks.

• Familiar with techniques for optimizing rendering performance, ensuring smooth and responsive user experiences.

• Experienced in ensuring designs work seamlessly across different devices and browsers.

• Comfortable creating and maintaining design systems and reusable component libraries.
  

REQUIREMENTS

• ≥ 3 years of experience in frontend development and design engineering, particularly in roles involving complex, interactive interfaces.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Design, Engineering, or a related field or equal professional experience.

• A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to create visually stunning and technically proficient web experiences.

• Experience developing with little to no supervision, biasing towards action to resolve open questions.

• Knowledge and enthusiasm for web3 technologies, decentralized systems, and the metaverse are a big plus.

PAY & BENEFITS

• Our job titles may span more than one career level

• Meaningful equity at an early-stage and high-growth startup

• 100% company paid Medical / Dental / Vision insurance

• Unlimited PTO

• 401(k)

• Wellness Stipend

• Food Stipend

• Commuter Benefits

• Dog-friendly office
  

WHY YOU’LL LOVE BEING PART OF THE AZUKI TEAM

• You will play a key role in defining the future of Azuki as a brand 

• You will have an opportunity to work with an ambitious team of fun, creative, and forward-thinking entrepreneurs

• We will always be at the bleeding edge of web3 technology with experimentation in our DNA

• We offer an incredible benefits package including 100% company paid medical/dental/vision insurance, unlimited paid time off, and access to future drops

Chiru Labs (Azuki) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.

MORE ABOUT AZUKI

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