Founding Design Engineer

GovWell is building the AI operating system transforming how governments serve communities. We're hiring a Founding Design Engineer to own the frontend foundations that define the quality, accessibility, and coherence of our product.

Requirements

• 5+ years building complex SaaS frontend systems in React and TypeScript.
• Experience designing, scaling, or maintaining a shared design system.
• Strong frontend systems thinker who builds primitives and reusable patterns rather than one-off pages.
• Deep familiarity with accessibility standards, inclusive design, and performance optimization.
• Experience collaborating closely with product designers in fast-moving environments.
• Able to guide frontend direction without becoming a bottleneck.
• Startup-oriented operator who moves quickly while preserving quality.
• Aligned with GovWell's core values.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Equity / stock options.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) program.
• Flexible PTO.