Software Engineer (Web Performance), v0

Position Overview

Vercel empowers developers with the tools and cloud infrastructure to build, scale, and secure a faster, more personalized web. As a Web Performance Engineer on v0, you will focus on performance engineering, front‑end architecture, and user experience by leveraging React, Next.js, and Vercel’s cutting‑edge infrastructure. Your contributions will ensure that the websites and applications are fast, scalable, and delightful, directly supporting Vercel’s mission to enable the world to ship the best products.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement high‑performing frontend systems using React and Next.js.
• Ensure a world‑class user experience through thoughtful UI/UX engineering, accessibility, and maintainability.
• Build frameworks and tooling to evaluate and improve performance (Lighthouse, Real User Monitoring, Core Web Vitals).
• Collaborate with design, product engineering, and AI teams to meet high quality and performance standards.
• Optimize performance for speed, scalability, and reliability across the entire stack.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience building and optimizing React/Next.js applications.
• Deep understanding of web performance fundamentals, including Core Web Vitals, caching, hydration strategies, and edge rendering.
• Passion for user experience, design systems, and creating intuitive interfaces.
• A commitment to quality and excitement for working at the intersection of AI, frontend, and performance.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Base pay range of $224,000 - $336,000 (San Francisco, CA), with actual salary based on skills, experience, and location; may include equity, bonus, and other variable pay.
• Inclusive Healthcare Package.
• Learn and Grow – mentorship opportunities and access to events to build your skills and network.
• Flexible Time Off.
• Work From Home support – gear provided and a WFH budget to outfit your space.