Frontend Engineer (React, TypeScript) Fintech, Microlending, BNPL

About us

Skyro is a fast-growing fintech company building lending and BNPL products for the Philippines. Our goal is to create a scalable financial ecosystem that’s accessible, efficient, and secure.

We’re looking for a Frontend Engineer (React, TypeScript) Russian Required & EN B1+ to join our Web team. You’ll work on clean, modern interfaces for international users, build shared internal tools, and improve UX based on real feedback.

We value product-minded engineers who write maintainable TypeScript code, understand browser internals, and aren’t afraid to challenge design decisions early on. Our frontend stack is built around React + TypeScript, with a focus on performance, clarity, and collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain user interfaces for Skyro's international projects.
• Build and support shared tools and components used across teams and departments.
• Collaborate with designers, stakeholders, and users to identify problems and deliver effective solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and support the team's overall code quality.
• Write and maintain automated tests, including unit, component, integration, and visual tests.
• Actively participate in technical meetings, sharing experience and best practices with the team.

What You Should Have

• Fluency in English is required for collaboration within our international team, and proficiency in Eastern European language (Russian) is a must!
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and practical experience with TypeScript.
• Confident use of React for building modern web applications.
• Understanding of browser internals, including the Event Loop and Critical Rendering Path.
• Comfortable working with HTML and CSS; able to create new components if needed.
• Ability to identify design flaws during the planning phase and effectively communicate improvements to stakeholders.
• Familiarity with ESLint and Prettier to enforce code quality and consistency.
• Experience writing unit and integration tests using testing tools such as Jest, Vitest, Puppeteer, or Playwright.

Nice to have:

• Experience configuring and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience using monitoring and analytics systems such as Sentry, Google Analytics, and Amplitude.
• Experience effectively using AI coding assistants, such as GitHub Copilot.
• Experience working with popular form libraries like React Hook Form or Final Form.

Why Join Skyro?

At Skyro, we offer a unique opportunity to combine impactful work with a supportive and dynamic environment.

• Work From Anywhere: no location constraints, salaries in USD, and a global mindset.
• Healthcare Support: partial reimbursement of medical expenses to ensure your well-being.
• Professional Growth: compensation for professional courses or conferences to support your career development.
• Language Learning: access to corporate group English classes to improve your communication skills.
• Annual Performance Bonus: rewarding your contributions with a yearly bonus.
• Corporate Event Travel: full coverage of airfare to attend corporate events in Manila every December.

What happens after you apply?

We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to get back within 2–3 business days. If there’s a fit, we’ll reach out. If you don’t hear from us within 2–3 weeks — consider it a pass. Thanks for taking the time — we appreciate your interest. 🚀

Collaboration Notice:

As we build our business in the Philippines, please note that the workday should start no later than 2 PM (GMT+8)/7 AM (CET) to ensure effective collaboration within our international team.