React Developer

Sunlighten is on the lookout for a React Developer to help us build digital tools that support healthier lives! In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining cutting-edge web applications using React/Next.js/Node.js. You’ll work closely with a collaborative, cross-functional team to deliver high-quality, user-friendly solutions that support both our customers and internal teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a mission-driven environment where wellness and technology go hand-in-hand.

At Sunlighten, we're not just about infrared saunas—we’re on a mission to improve lives through innovative health and wellness solutions. As a global leader in infrared sauna therapy, we are expanding rapidly and need an enthusiastic React Developer with a solutions-oriented mindset to keep Sunlighten on this incredible trajectory.

Celebrating 25 years of innovation, Sunlighten has grown from its Kansas City roots to establish a global footprint, including expansion into the UK. With the global wellness market projected to reach $7 trillion in 2026, we are proud to be part of this dynamic and holistic shift. Sunlighten prioritizes helping individuals unlock the transformative benefits of infrared saunas for a healthier, more balanced life. We have the lofty yet simple promise to help people feel better and do more of what they love. It’s what drives us every day.

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Develop responsive, user-friendly, and visually appealing web interfaces using React.
• Collaborate with design and back-end developers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize application performance by improving load times, reducing memory usage, and enhancing scalability.
• Debug and resolve issues in the application during deployment or in response to user feedback.
• Stay up to date with new tools, technologies, and frameworks to stay competitive.
• Participate in design reviews and pair programming sessions to ensure consistency across teams.
• Work on feature branches to implement new features while maintaining existing functionality.

Requirements

• 5 Years of Development Experience in React
• 5 Years of Agile Development Experience
• Computer Science Degree or equivalent experience
• Strong proficiency in React development (e.g., React, TypeScript, or Next.js).
• Familiarity with modern web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) for code management.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week.
• Competitive Paid Time Off Policy + Paid Holidays + Floating Holidays
• Fully Equipped Fitness Center On-Site
• Free Lunch Program featuring a James-Beard Award Winning Chef
• Health (HSA & FSA Options), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Profit Sharing
• Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement
• Associate Discounts on Saunas, Spa Products and Day Spa Services

Sunlighten provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Sunlighten is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.