Job Title: Full Stack Software Engineer III  
Location: Remote - PST preferred
Duration: 9 months
 
Job Summary:

• We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Software Engineer with a strong frontend focus to join our Media team, working closely with Horizon TV and Horizon Media Player.
• The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in React JS and a server-side language (e.g., PHP, Java, Go, C/C++), with experience building responsive, high-quality user interfaces backed by robust services.
• Candidates with video/media background are strongly preferred.
• The candidate will work closely with senior engineers and designers to deliver polished media experiences.

 
Job Responsibilities:

• Design and develop frontend features and full stack systems using React JS and server-side languages (e.g., PHP, Java, Go, C/C++)
• Build responsive, performant user interfaces for media-related applications
• Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate requirements into polished UI experiences
• Debug complex full stack systems to identify and fix issues impacting user experience and performance
• Implement best practices for frontend architecture, code quality, and maintainability
• Develop and maintain component libraries and shared UI patterns
• Communicate technical tradeoffs effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

 
Skills:

• Proficiency in React JS is a must-have
• Strong experience with a server-side language (PHP, Java, Go, C/C++) for backend integration; PHP experience is a plus
• Solid understanding of frontend fundamentals: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, responsive design
• Experience building and maintaining complex web applications
• Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Experience with AI development tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) and an AI-native mindset—using AI to multiply efforts in coding, debugging, and cross-disciplinary work—is a plus.

 
Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or relevant field required
• 5+ years of experience in full stack development with a frontend emphasis; video/media domain experience is a plus

 
How many rounds of interviews?
3 rounds
Types of Interviews
One initial screen with manager, one regarding coding and one regarding system design
Interview Duration
30 minutes for screen and 45 minutes for coding and other round
  
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 70.00/hr.