Senior Frontend Engineer I, Engage

Company Description

Givebutter is the most-loved nonprofit fundraising and CRM platform, empowering millions of changemakers to raise more, pay less, and give better. Nonprofits use Givebutter to replace multiple tools so they can launch fundraisers and events, use donation forms and donor management (CRM), send emails and text blasts—all in one place. Use of the Givebutter platform is completely free with a 100% transparent tip-or-fee model.

Givebutter has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, and is the #1 rated nonprofit software company on G2 across multiple categories.

Our mission is to empower the changemaker in all of us. We believe giving should be fun, so you’ll want to do it again, and we also believe that work should be fun, so that you’ll have the greatest impact. We are excited to hear from talented people who want to work with other talented people in making the world a butter place—and have fun along the way. 

Role Description

Givebutter is hiring a Senior Software Engineer I to join our Engage team, focusing on frontend systems for our communication features that empower nonprofits to build lasting relationships with their supporters. Working with React, TypeScript, TanStack Query, and Turborepo, you'll develop and scale email, SMS, and direct mail interfaces that help changemakers deliver the right message to the right person at the right time.

Why join Givebutter's Engineering team?

• Democracy of code – We value equal contributions from all engineers and foster an environment of open discussion on architecture and ideas.

• Focus time – We keep meetings to a minimum. Engineers control their calendars and can block uninterrupted time for focused work.

• Automated CI/CD – Our build and deployment processes are fully automated and hands-off, allowing engineers to focus on problem-solving through code.

• Mission-driven, full stop – You'll be working with inspiring nonprofits, charities, and organizations that are making a positive impact around the world.

Why join Engage?

• Direct donor impact – Your code helps nonprofits reach millions of supporters and drive meaningful engagement.

• Technical challenges at scale – Build interfaces that handle seasonal fundraising peaks and high-volume user interactions.

• Growing team influence – Join a small, focused team where your contributions directly shape the product direction.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust frontend features for email, SMS, and direct mail functionality using React/TypeScript

• Collaborate with product and design teams to translate user needs into intuitive communication interfaces

• Build and maintain user experiences that handle seasonal fundraising peaks and high user volumes

• Work with APIs and frontend integrations for email editors, message templates, and campaign management

• Contribute to code reviews and help establish technical standards across engineering

• Participate in support rotation to handle production issues during business hours

• Collaborate with other senior engineers on cross-team technical initiatives

• Evaluate and provide feedback on AI-generated code and technical solutions

Requirements

• 4-5+ years of frontend software development experience

• Strong proficiency in React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript (ES6+)

• Experience with server state management libraries (TanStack Query, SWR, Apollo, etc.)

• Understanding of client state management patterns (Zustand, Redux, Context, etc.)

• Knowledge of modern build tools (Vite, Webpack, etc.) and development workflows

• Understanding of component design, hooks, and frontend architecture patterns

• Experience with design systems and component libraries

• Experience with email/messaging interfaces, campaign builders, or marketing automation UIs

• Knowledge of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and frontend performance optimization

• Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset

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Nice to Have

• Familiarity with PHP/Laravel for full-stack contributions

• Experience with accessibility (a11y) standards and WCAG compliance

• Familiarity with monorepo tools (Turborepo, Nx, Lerna)

• Knowledge of rich text editors (TinyMCE, Draft.js, etc.)

• Experience with testing frameworks (Vitest, Jest, Playwright)

• Knowledge of email template design and cross-client compatibility

• Background working with nonprofit or mission-driven organizations

More about Givebutter

Benefits

• Remote Work: Work from anywhere in the United States.

• Health Insurance: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance covered 100% for employees as well as HSA and FSA accounts.

• Mental Health: Givebutter health insurance plans come with access to a TalkSpace membership.

• 401k: We offer a 3% 401k match for all eligible employee's.

• Vacation and Holiday: Givebutter offers a Flexible PTO policy with uncapped Vacation days. Givebutter is closed for a whole week in the summer for an employee Wellness Week. 

• Parental Leave: We offer 12 weeks of paid leave for all parents and comprehensive leave planning management through Aidora.

• Home Office Stipend: Upgrade your home office with company-sponsored expenses, including high-quality laptops, monitors, and modern technology.

• Charitable Giving: Employees are encouraged to donate up to $50/month to any verified nonprofit they wish to support on Givebutter.

• Professional Development: We offer learning and development reimbursement opportunities.

• Love What You Do: We are a mission-driven company serving the charitable sector. Feel good about the work you're doing and the company you work for.

Interview Process

Below is a high-level outline of our standard interview process

1. Recruiter Screen: A 30-minute conversation to learn more about your background, walk through the role, and ensure mutual alignment on expectations, values, and logistics.

2. Hiring Manager Interview: A deeper dive into your relevant experience, skillset, and working style. This is your first opportunity to connect directly with the person who may be your future manager.

3. Assessment (technical or non-technical): This stage will vary based on the role. It could involve a live coding session, case study, or take-home project. Some roles may include two parts to this stage to evaluate both practical skills and problem-solving approaches

4. Values Interview: A conversation with team members focused on how you align with our core values and leadership principles.

5. References: We connect with a few folks you’ve worked closely with to get a better picture of your working style and impact.

6. Offer: If all goes well, we’ll move to the offer stage!

Please note, we will have an AI note-taking tool (Elly) join most of our interviews.

Hi potential new butterslice! A recent study from LinkedIn showed that most women apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the requirements, whereas men will hit the apply button if they hit 60%. Givebutter is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. So to the women and nonbinary folks out there feeling unsure if you're a perfect fit, we strongly encourage you to apply!