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Sr. Staff Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field is a plus; 10+ years of front-end/UI development experience with a strong portfolio of modern web applications.
  • Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS, and React, with deep understanding of modern front-end frameworks, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Experience building responsive, cross-browser, accessibility-compliant (WCAG) applications across Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox; strong web performance, client-server interactions, and architecture knowledge.
  • Proficiency with modern development tools and workflows (Webpack, Jest, Cypress), CI/CD pipelines, scalable front-end architectures (component libraries, design systems, state management), and experience leveraging AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT).

Requirements:

  • Design and develop high-quality, scalable UI components and features using React and modern front-end technologies.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Management, UX, Backend Engineers, SDET, and Support to translate requirements into technical solutions and seamless user experiences.
  • Maintain code quality through clean, maintainable code; conduct code reviews and enforce UI best practices, performance, and accessibility.
  • Drive innovation, scalability, accessibility, and mentorship by adopting new tools/frameworks and sharing knowledge to improve development efficiency and UI performance.

Job description

About Us:

Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), transforming how work gets done with AI-powered automation. Its APA system, built on the industry’s first Process Reasoning Engine (PRE) and specialized AI agents, combines process discovery, RPA, end-to-end orchestration, document processing, and analytics—all delivered with enterprise-grade security and governance. Guided by its vision to fuel the future of work, Automation Anywhere helps organizations worldwide boost productivity, accelerate growth, and unleash human potential.

Our opportunity:

Our AI Agent Studio provides a secure, enterprise-ready platform that seamlessly integrates Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with advanced AI technologies. Built natively within the A360 platform, it offers the scalability and resilience enterprises demand. With advancements in Generative AI (GenAI), we’re unlocking new potential by enabling semi-autonomous agents to plan, execute tools, and collaborate with humans effectively. As we continue to innovate, we’re looking for a passionate UI engineer to join us on this exciting journey.


As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will take the lead in designing and developing all UI-related features for our AI Agent Studio. Leveraging cutting-edge and high-performing technologies, you will drive quality in design, development, and documentation while fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth among the development team. Join us to shape the future of intelligent automation!

Who you’ll report to:

This role reports to our Director, Engineering

Location: 

Hybrid role with regular onsite workdays in our San Jose, CA office strongly preferred.  Other U.S locations may be considered

You will make an impact by being responsible for:

  • Design and Development: Developing and maintaining high-quality, scalable, and performance-oriented UI components and features using modern front-end technologies like React. Focusing on consistent delivery of software and systems that move the company towards achieving short and long-term objectives
  • Collaboration: Working closely with Product Management, UX, Backend Engineers, SDET and Support organizations to deliver industry-leading features to the market. Translate requirements into technical solutions and seamless user experiences
  • Code Quality: Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices in UI development. Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and consistency
  • Innovation: Driving the adoption of new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance development efficiency and UI performance
  • Scalability and Performance: Optimizing UI components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers
  • Accessibility and Standards: Ensuring the UI complies with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and adheres to company design guidelines
  • Mentorship: Providing technical mentorship to junior engineers and share knowledge across teams to foster a culture of learning and improvement

You will be a great fit if you have: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, AI, or a related field a plus
  • 10+ years of front-end/UI development experience, with a strong portfolio of modern web applications
  • Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS, and React, with a deep understanding of modern front-end frameworks and best practices
  • Strong understanding of web architecture and performance, including client-server interactions (HTTP), browser internals, and building high-performance, scalable applications
  • Experience building responsive, cross-browser, and accessibility-compliant (WCAG) applications across modern browsers (Chrome, Edge, Safari, Firefox)
  • Proficiency with modern development tools and workflows, including build tools (e.g., Webpack), testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress), and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience designing scalable front-end architectures, including component libraries, design systems, and state management strategies
  • Strong product and engineering judgment, with the ability to balance performance, maintainability, and developer experience
  • Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor) to enhance productivity and code quality

You excel in these key competencies: 

  • Collaboration and Teamwork - The role requires close interaction with Product Management, UX, Backend Engineers, SDET, and Support teams. Strong collaboration skills are essential for aligning efforts across teams and ensuring seamless execution
  • Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking - Developing scalable, high-performance UI components and optimizing user experiences demand a sharp analytical mindset to address technical challenges and craft innovative solutions
  • Communication Skills - The ability to articulate technical concepts effectively and translate requirements into actionable solutions is critical for collaboration with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Adaptability and Continuous Learning - The role involves adopting new tools, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as mentoring others. A growth mindset and willingness to adapt to evolving technologies and practices are vital
  • Attention to Detail - Ensuring compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), maintaining consistent code quality, and delivering polished user experiences require meticulous attention to detail

The base salary range for this position is $215,000 – $230,000 a year. The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.

Ready to Revolutionize Work? Join Us.

This is an opportunity to work with a global, passionate team pioneering technology that’s redefining the way people work, everywhere.  Join us and discover the many ways that you can have an impact, achieve your potential, and go be great.

Job Segment OR Key Words: Front End, Web UI, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, NodeJS, React, AI, Agentic Process Automation, APA

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Benefits and perks you’ll appreciate:

  • Flexible work schedule / remote roles
  • Unlimited Personal Time Off
  • 12 holidays off per year
  • 4 days volunteer time off per year
  • Eligible for 4 company Achievement days off per year
  • Variety of health care and well-being benefits
  • Paid family/parental leave
  • We are a designated “Best Place to Work” for 2 years in a row! Learn more here
  • Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces in America 2023 – Learn more here

Automation Anywhere is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email recruiting@automationanywhere.com.

At this time, we typically do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates should generally be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

All unsolicited resumes submitted to any @automationanywhere.com email address, whether submitted by an individual or by an agency, will not be eligible for an agency fee.

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