Frontend Engineer

Chess.com

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Location: Europe
Job Type: full-time
Salary: Unknown
Posted: March 22, 2026

Job Description

About Us

Chess.com is one of the largest gaming sites in the world and the #1 platform for playing, learning, and enjoying chess.

We are a team of 600+ fully remote people in 60+ countries working hard to serve the global chess community. We are here to support 250M+ users and growing worldwide with the best possible product, content, and tools to serve the community!

We are a tech company. A gaming company. A content company. And we do it all with passion and commitment to the game. Above all we prize our mission-driven, flat, life-celebrating, no-corporate culture, and we look forward to meeting you and learning more about what you can bring to the team.

ChessKid.com is the world’s #1 chess site for kids and the scholastic extension of Chess.com. ChessKid is all about growing the game of chess for kids around the world. ChessKid is fun, educational, and dedicated to being a safe place for kids to learn and play chess.

About You

You are a master of coding languages with a designer's eye for detail. You know how to see through the eyes of the user and develop a smooth platform experience. You are humble with a sense of humor and don’t take yourself too seriously. You have been working in or dreamed of working in the gaming industry and are ready to turn your talents towards chess!

What You'll Do

Through a combination of design, technology, and programming to code you will ensure our platform is a seamless experience
You will maintain the system by identifying and fixing bugs
You will collaborate with design and development teams to implement new features and products.

Preferred Skills

Expert level CSS knowledge including Flexbox and Grid layout
Expert level CSS preprocessor knowledge including SCSS
Strong knowledge of Vue.js component architecture with TypeScript support
Proficient in using developer tools to trace, debug, identify, and resolve root causes of various issues, including bugs, race conditions, performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and more.
Familiar with local scope CSS strategies such as Scoped CSS and CSS Variables
Ability to create pixel perfect, fully responsive design implementations with minimal CSS
Works well with others doing PRs, code reviews, etc
Experience working with diverse teams, large projects, and high-traffic sites is a bonus
Strong collaboration and communication skills working in a fully distributed team
Sense of ownership and responsibility
Chess player
Lifelong learner

About the Opportunity

This is a full time or equivalent position
We are 100% remote (work from anywhere!)

🎯 Who is this job for?

This role is suited for a Mid–Senior Frontend Engineer with strong skills in Vue.js, TypeScript, and advanced CSS (SCSS, Flexbox, Grid), who focuses on building polished, responsive, user-friendly interfaces for high-traffic products. You’ll work on improving UX, fixing bugs, and collaborating closely with design and product teams, so it fits someone with a strong eye for detail and frontend craftsmanship rather than heavy architecture or backend work. It’s ideal for engineers who enjoy product-driven development in a gaming or edtech environment and are comfortable working remotely in a collaborative team.

💬 Potential Interview Questions

How would you design a scalable frontend architecture for a high-traffic gaming platform like ChessKid?
I would use a component-driven architecture with clear separation between UI, state, and business logic. Modular structure and reusable components help maintain performance and scalability.
How do you ensure pixel-perfect and responsive UI across devices?
I use modern CSS techniques like Flexbox, Grid, and responsive units, combined with thorough testing across screen sizes. Attention to detail and consistency with design specs are key.
What are best practices when working with Vue.js and TypeScript?
I structure components with clear props and state typing, use composition patterns, and keep logic reusable. Strong typing improves maintainability and reduces runtime errors.
How do you debug complex frontend issues such as race conditions or memory leaks?
I use browser dev tools, performance profiling, and logging to trace issues. Isolating the root cause and understanding async flows is critical for fixing such problems.
How do you manage CSS in large-scale applications?
I use scoped CSS, variables, and structured naming conventions to avoid conflicts. Keeping styles modular and reusable helps maintain consistency across the app.
How do you optimize performance in interactive gaming interfaces?
I minimize re-renders, optimize state updates, and ensure efficient DOM manipulation. Lazy loading and code splitting also improve load times.
How do you collaborate effectively in a fully remote team?
I communicate proactively, provide clear updates, and participate in code reviews. Good documentation and async communication help maintain alignment.
How do you approach building user-friendly interfaces for children?
I focus on simplicity, clarity, and engaging visuals while minimizing friction. Accessibility and intuitive navigation are especially important for younger users.
How do you maintain code quality in a fast-growing product?
I follow coding standards, write tests, and actively participate in code reviews. Continuous refactoring helps keep the codebase clean and maintainable.
How do you handle bug fixing in production systems with many users?
I prioritize issues based on impact, reproduce them reliably, and implement fixes with proper testing. Monitoring and logging help prevent similar issues in the future.

📋 Job Summary

Chess.com, the world’s leading online chess platform serving over 250M users, is hiring a Frontend Engineer for ChessKid to build engaging, safe, and high-performance experiences for young players worldwide. You’ll develop responsive, pixel-perfect interfaces using Vue.js, TypeScript, SCSS, and modern CSS (Flexbox/Grid), while collaborating closely with design and product teams to deliver new features and fix performance issues. This is a fully remote, global role with a competitive salary and flexible work environment. Join a mission-driven, gaming-focused company where you’ll impact millions of users and help grow the next generation of chess players.