Senior Front-End Engineer, Infrastructure Services

Job Title: Senior Front-End Engineer

Location: London, Hybrid
Department: Infrastructure Services
Type: Permanent, Fulltime

About Us:

Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries.

Our business is split into two key areas:

• Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world.
• Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services.

With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility.

The Role:

We're looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer with deep expertise in building modern, scalable web applications. Here's what you'll bring:

• Proficient in a modern front-end framework such as React or Angular – You’ve designed, built, and maintained robust frontend applications using React or Angular in production. You can provide guidance to other developers on React/Angular best practices, performance optimization, and conduct high-quality code reviews.
• UI/UX collaboration – Experienced in collaborating with product and design teams to create intuitive user interfaces, and skilled at translating wireframes and user flows into elegant, responsive, and accessible designs.
• API integration – Experienced in consuming and integrating RESTful and/or gRPC APIs, with a strong understanding of security, caching, and real-time updates (e.g., Web Sockets, SSE).
• Real-time data systems – Comfortable building data-rich interfaces powered by real-time event streams from platforms like Kafka, Azure Event Hubs, or WebSocket services.
• Leadership in fast-paced environments – Proven track record as a Senior engineer in high-growth or startup environments, with the ability to build, mentor, and guide frontend teams that are highly focused and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Agile mindset – Comfortable in rapidly changing environments, working iteratively with SCRUM and Agile methodologies.
• Global collaboration – Effective communicator and resilient contributor in distributed, cross-functional teams.
• Ownership – You take initiative, lead from the front, and deliver high-quality outcomes with accountability. You also have experience with defining and managing frontend software development budgets and associated costs.
• Continuous learning – You stay current with emerging frontend frameworks, best practices, and industry trends.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about marketing and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re a great fit for this role.

Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.