Frontend Software Engineer

Who we are 

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress.

Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that.

Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive.

This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

What you’ll do

As a Frontend Engineer, you’ll work on building intuitive, high-performance interfaces and user experiences. Depending on your strengths and interests, you’ll have the opportunity to focus on:

• Infrastructure: Optimize frontend architecture to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Platform: Develop internal tools and component libraries that empower other engineers and designers.
• Product: Build responsive and visually stunning interfaces for customer-facing applications.
  
  

Core Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, high-quality web applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, backend engineers, and product managers, to deliver impactful features.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and accessibility.
• Maintain and extend reusable component libraries and design systems.
• Ensure high standards of code quality through peer reviews, testing, and documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers or take on leadership roles, depending on your seniority.
  
  

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for engineers who combine a passion for building exceptional user experiences with strong technical expertise.

Basic Qualifications

• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of web fundamentals: HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Familiarity with frontend build tools like Webpack, Vite, or Babel.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, or WebSockets integration.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (for Senior Levels)

• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques (e.g., lazy loading, code splitting).
• Experience with component libraries, design systems, or frameworks like Storybook.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for frontend development.
• Exposure to testing frameworks like Jest, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Leadership experience in project or team settings.

Why join us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our Beijing office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others? 

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