About the role:
NLPatent is an industry leading AI-first patent research platform that was an early mover in the application of Large Language Models. We use a combination of proprietary and off-the-shelf machine learning models and NLP techniques to help our users answer patent related research questions such as "Is my invention patentable?". Increasingly, we're using generative LLMs to build agentic workflows that answer research questions without any human intervention.
As a software engineer at NLPatent, and one of the early hires for the engineering team, you'd be key in building the core features and foundations to scale out the platform. You'd work closely alongside NLPatent's CTO and senior engineers in planning and executing product development.
Requirements
2+ years of commercial frontend engineering experience
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and TypeScript
Strong commercial experience with React and Next.js (App Router)
Experience with data fetching and caching using TanStack Query
Experience with unit and integration testing (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Vitest)
Experience consuming RESTful APIs
Understanding of complex state management (e.g., React Context, Zustand, Redux)
Proficiency with Git and version control workflows
Willing to work 3 days per week onsite in our London office
Bonus points for:
Experience with End-to-End testing (e.g., Datadog, Cypress, Playwright)
Knowledge of web performance optimization and Core Web Vitals
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions)
Basic understanding of Python or backend technologies (Django, SQL/PSQL, AWS)
Exposure to UI/UX design principles
Experience or familiarity with patent data
Benefits
Flexible working
Pension
Training \& Development
Stock Option Plan
Work from home budget
25 days of paid annual leave