Gala is creating entertainment that empowers on the blockchain. Across our family of brands, including Games, Music, Film, Blockchain and VOX, we're empowering creators and fans to build the future of entertainment.

Powered by talent from around the globe, we believe in making bold moves to create products that have never been seen in the marketplace. Gala was founded by Eric Schiermeyer (gaming legend and co-founder of Zynga) and Michael McCarthy (the Creative Director behind viral gaming hits such as Farmville 2). Since then, Gala has grown to be a leader in Web3 entertainment.

Under the Gala brand, we have a growing roster of reputable partners across Gaming and Entertainment, including DreamWorks, AMC, and NBCU. Plus, legendary game developers Peter Molyneux and Will Wright and music greats like Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Kings of Leon, and BT.

Our values are based on openness and ownership and the ability to deliver games, experiences, and opportunities to people worldwide. We are breaking down barriers to bring our communities joy, entertainment, and real-world value.

At Gala, we work with flexibility; we have a great time with our colleagues and love getting things done. While working here, you'll imagine and create new and exciting things for the world to enjoy. Your talents and efforts will improve our audiences' lives in the real world.

And this is just the beginning…

The Role

Gala is excited to announce we are continuing to hire in our Chile office. We are seeking to hire a couple of Frontend Engineers with expertise in React. You will develop, maintain, and optimize web applications using javascript-based frameworks working closely with UX specialists and backend engineers to create highly scalable and performant experiences for users. Utilizing your experience with React and Next.js, you will play a crucial role in creating and maintaining modern, user-friendly web applications.

You will be a part of a company of super-achievers who work together to bring forth the evolution of entertainment. The ideal candidate has prior blockchain, experience, excellent people skills, business acumen, and an exemplary work ethic. We want someone with experience and passion for web3, cryptocurrency, and NFTs. We would love someone with a deep passion for games, strong product management skills, and an impressive track record for working in a fast-paced, evolving, creative-minded environment.

Responsibilities

Showcase expertise in React UI development and implement responsive / reusable user interfaces that enhance the overall user experience
Implementing new functionalities in existing frontend applications while partnering with UX team and backend engineers
Optimization of existing solutions
Code quality monitoring and optimization
Collaborate with Product Managers and designers to translate user needs into technical solutions
Troubleshoot and optimize performance issues related to large datasets in the UI, ensuring a smooth and engaging user interaction

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Proven experience developing applications with React (minimum 3 years)
Advanced knowledge of hooks, Redux, React Context, and React life cycles
Experience optimizing React components
This role demands a deep understanding of React ecosystems and effective implementation of UI/UX designs
Solid knowledge of JavaScript and TypeScript
Experience with REST services and WebSockets
Mastery of HTML and CSS, and experience in responsive design
Ability to work as a team and collaborate with different departments
Good eye for design and usability
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proactive and enthusiastic attitude toward continuous learning
Knowledge of architecture and component design in React
Self-motivated, stellar work ethic, fun collaborator
Excited by problem-solving
Fearless

Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications

Experience with Tailwind CSS
Knowledge of animations in React (React Spring and/or Animate)
Bundle optimization
Experience with Docker
Experience with Git

#LI-Onsite

Gala is an equal-opportunity employer and adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

Employee Benefits

Competitive Salary
U.S. based Employees receive unlimited PTO
U.S. based Employees receive 100% employee-covered benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance)
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program and much more

NEXT STEPS

If you have the experience, passion, and drive to join our team, then please submit a resume by clicking the apply button below!

Gala does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including, and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Gala will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.

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About The Company

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Gala is creating entertainment that empowers on the blockchain. Across our family of brands including Games, Music, Film and VOX, we’re empowering creators and fans to build the future of entertainment. Powered by talent from around the globe, our fully remote organization believes in making bold moves to create products that have never been seen before in the marketplace.

Gala was founded by Eric Schiermeyer (gaming legend and co-founder of Zynga), and Michael McCarthy (the Creative Director behind viral gaming hits such as Farmville 2). Since then, Gala has grown to be a leader in Web3 entertainment.

Under the Gala brand, we have a growing roster of reputable partners across Gaming and Entertainment including DreamWorks, AMC and NBCU. Plus, legendary game developers Peter Molyneux and Will Wright, as well as music greats like Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Kings of Leon and BT.