Front-end Engineer

Company Description

Homebase (YC W21) is a real estate technology company from Singapore that aims to solve one of the biggest socio-economic problems of our generation: Homeownership. 

Our obsession with executional excellence, asymmetric access to international capital, and relentless, world-class talents are our unfair advantages that made us the most valuable proptech in Vietnam within a mere span of just 3+ years.

We are backed by leading global investors, such as Y Combinator, VinaCapital, Goodwater Capital, Ace & Co., and Antler; and are advised by founders and senior executives from some of the world’s largest and most successful tech companies, such as Alibaba, PropertyGuru, Opendoor, and Divvy Homes.

We are currently experiencing an extremely exciting time. We’ve recently announced our $30 million fundraise from leading global investors making us one of Southeast Asia’s most valuable real estate technology startup. We’ve seen increased recognition by international press including VNExpress, Forbes, and Vietcetera of the impact that Homebase is making across millions of lives. This year, we plan to launch new product lines and your joining would coincide with these exciting developments.

Homebase’s team hails from prestigious international organizations, such as Harvard, MIT, McKinsey, Goldman Sachs, University of St. Gallen, etc. We believe in hiring only top talents and historically accept only ~1% of all applicants. As a company, we are forward-looking and embrace diversity. 

Job Description 

We are looking for a top-level Front-end Engineer who is comfortable with both front and backend programming. A lot of what you do will be starting from scratch. You can expect a lot of autonomy; in return, we expect you to have a strong sense of ownership and desire to help shape the future direction of the company. You will have a chance to work directly with the core members of our high-performing team and will have the following responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive web applications using modern front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, WordPress, Webflow, etc and back-end technologies such as PHP;

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers and Product managers, to create scalable and efficient products tailored to the real estate industry;

• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of both front-end and back-end components for general web development;

• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in front-end, back-end, system designs, and proactively propose innovative solutions to improve our product offerings;

• Work with senior management to optimize the operation of the Engineering Department.

Our requirements

We are looking for candidates who fulfill the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with an excellent academic record from top universities;
• At least 2 years of programming experience;
• Fluency in English;
• Commitment to working with Homebase either full-time or part-time (at least 20 hours per week) capacity;
• Proficiency with WordPress is a plus;
• Proficiency with modern front-end technologies (React, NextJS, Vue, or Angular);
• Proficiency with server-side languages such as Java, JavaScript is a plus;
• Strong understanding of server-side technologies and architectures is a plus;
• Familiarity with data modeling and database management systems is a plus.

Additionally, we’re looking for candidates who embodies our core values:

Win with integrity

“We are honest, principled, and fair in all that we do.”

Expect to be champions

“We are here to win big. We are ambitious and push the boundaries of what's possible. We welcome challenges and possess a "can do" spirit.”

All-in

“We understand that most startups fail; therefore, to beat the odds, we go "all-in" and leave no room for half-heartedness.”

Radical transparency

“We strive for truth as embracing reality helps us win. We are not afraid to be honest, have difficult conversations, and engage in thoughtful disagreements in search for better answers.”

Excellence pursued relentlessly 

“We relentlessly pursue excellence, holding ourselves to extremely high standards. We seek continuous growth by setting the bar higher each time we make progress.”

Hold the long-term view

“We always act in the long term interest of the company, forgoing short-term gains and short cuts.”

Own your success

“We embrace an ownership mindset and are accountable for the outcomes we deliver. We lead by example and demonstrate unwavering dedication, commitment, and proactiveness in building towards our collective success.”

Meritocracy

“We strive to build a culture of meritocracy where rewards are commensurate with ability and contribution.”

Enduring discipline

“We consistently think and act in disciplined ways, including financially. We are frugal and spend wisely. We believe that discipline equals freedom.”

Bias for action

“We move fast and take bold action. We know that while opportunity is fleeting, most decisions can be reversed if the outcome isn't as expected.”

Achieve more together

“We direct our collective energy to achieve extraordinary results as we believe that "the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.” 

Serve customers hết sức

“We obsess over serving our customers to the absolute best of our abilities (Vietnamese: hết sức). We always seek to identify our clients' unique needs, cultivate authentic relationships, and deliver innovative solutions that best address these needs.”

Elevate society

“We want our work to make positive impacts on society and touch millions of lives. With every action we take, we hope to build towards a better future for generations to come.”

Additionally, we’re looking for candidates who embodies our core values:

Win with integrity

“We are honest, principled, and fair in all that we do.”

Expect to be champions

“We are here to win big. We are ambitious and push the boundaries of what's possible. We welcome challenges and possess a "can do" spirit.”

All-in

“We understand that most startups fail; therefore, to beat the odds, we go "all-in" and leave no room for half-heartedness.”

Radical transparency

“We strive for truth as embracing reality helps us win. We are not afraid to be honest, have difficult conversations, and engage in thoughtful disagreements in search for better answers.”

Excellence pursued relentlessly 

“We relentlessly pursue excellence, holding ourselves to extremely high standards. We seek continuous growth by setting the bar higher each time we make progress.”

Hold the long-term view

“We always act in the long term interest of the company, forgoing short-term gains and short cuts.”

Own your success

“We embrace an ownership mindset and are accountable for the outcomes we deliver. We lead by example and demonstrate unwavering dedication, commitment, and proactiveness in building towards our collective success.”

Meritocracy

“We strive to build a culture of meritocracy where rewards are commensurate with ability and contribution.”

Enduring discipline

“We consistently think and act in disciplined ways, including financially. We are frugal and spend wisely. We believe that discipline equals freedom.”

Bias for action

“We move fast and take bold action. We know that while opportunity is fleeting, most decisions can be reversed if the outcome isn't as expected.”

Achieve more together

“We direct our collective energy to achieve extraordinary results as we believe that "the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.” 

Serve customers hết sức

“We obsess over serving our customers to the absolute best of our abilities (Vietnamese: hết sức). We always seek to identify our clients' unique needs, cultivate authentic relationships, and deliver innovative solutions that best address these needs.”

Elevate society

“We want our work to make positive impacts on society and touch millions of lives. With every action we take, we hope to build towards a better future for generations to come.”

Benefits and Opportunities

Candidates will have unparalleled learning opportunities for learning and accelerated career growth working in a fast-paced, hyper-growth startup environment. As a member of the team, you’ll have opportunities to:

• Negotiable salary based on previous experience;
• Develop core competencies in the areas of technology and computer science;
• Take on high-impact projects that push the technological frontier of the company;
• Work with world-class team members hailing from leading organizations, such as Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Harvard Business School, University of Pennsylvania, University of St. Gallen, etc;
• Attractive employee stock option package; and
• Accelerated career path with arguably the most exciting prop-tech startup in Southeast Asia.

Company Size: 11 - 50 People

Year Founded: 2019

Country: Vietnam