At Modo Energy, we're building the global standard for benchmarking and valuing the world's electrification assets - unlocking returns for battery energy storage, solar, wind and data centres.
At Modo Energy, we're on a mission to build the information architecture for the energy transition - we want to be the only place to come to for information on the global journey to net zero. Take a look at our platform, where we provide open access to an array of content on the energy transition.
We're a dedicated and passionate team building a category-defining business, working on one of the world's most important priorities. We are looking for individuals who love product-building, want to work with pace at a mission-oriented startup, and will collaborate with us in shaping the culture of a rapidly growing team.
The role
We seek a Front-End Engineer to lead the architectural evolution of our Terminal UI. You will design the core systems, specifically our shared component libraries and data visualization layers, that power our platform.
Your main goal is to build a frontend architecture that supports rapid, AI-assisted development. You will define the design patterns, strong typing contracts and component abstractions that allow the wider engineering team to ship features quickly without compromising the architecture. By creating a robust, modular foundation you will ensure our codebase remains scalable and coherent, and you will act as the technical authority for our Next.js and TypeScript environment.
Responsibilities
- Architectural Strategy: Lead the technical direction for our frontend monorepo. You will decide on state management, routing and module boundaries within Next.js and TypeScript to ensure long-term scalability and ease of maintenance.
- Component System Architecture: Design and develop our internal UI library (based on MUI). You will build reusable, strictly typed component abstractions that serve as the building blocks for the engineering team and AI agents.
- Performance Engineering: Build and improve high-performance, low-latency user interfaces. You will profile application performance, minimize re-renders and ensure the platform remains responsive under heavy data loads.
- Code Governance and Quality: Set the architectural patterns and coding standards that govern our development. You will review complex technical proposals and provide the oversight needed to ensure that high-volume contributions, including those from AI agents, adhere to robust engineering principles.
- Technical Leadership: Act as the primary expert for frontend technologies. You will guide the engineering team on UI best practices and help them use AI tools effectively while maintaining a clean and cohesive codebase.
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of professional experience in Frontend Development.
- Strong proficiency in TypeScript, React, and modern JavaScript.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity to work autonomously and adapt to a flexible, evolving environment.
- Required experience:
- Hands-on experience with Next.js
- Experience with Material UI (MUI) or similar component libraries.
- Strong eye for design (UI/UX): Ability to build polished, aesthetically pleasing interfaces and bridge the gap between design and engineering.
- Solid understanding of testing principles and experience with frameworks like Jest and Cypress or Playwright.
- Familiarity with Monorepo structures and tools (e.g., Turborepo, Yarn Workspaces).
- Proficient with Git, Docker, and CI/CD workflows.
Important Details
- Hybrid Work Environment: This role is hybrid, with time split between working from home and our London office, with in-office days from Tuesday through Thursday.
- Compensation & Benefits: Modo Energy offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including private top-tier healthcare and dental coverage with Bupa, a pension scheme with employer contribution, 25 days of annual leave (excluding bank holidays), 5 flexible days to be taken on a Monday or Friday, and a day off for your birthday.
Modo Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Our employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. We do not discriminate against age, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation with an application or the interview process please contact us via email at [email protected].
We want to attract and retain the best talent at Modo Energy, and we give our people the freedom and opportunity to develop themselves and flourish.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team at Modo Energy, as we believe a variety of backgrounds, skills and interests is what makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for supporting the transition to greener energy systems, we encourage you to apply. We have a number of positions open which could be for a range of backgrounds and experience levels. Please get in touch if you are interested and you don’t meet all the requirements, or if you exceed them!
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What We Do
Modo Energy is the all-in-one platform for battery energy storage analysts.
Started in 2020 by co-founders Q and Tim, Modo Energy has become one of the most trusted voices in the ever-expanding battery energy storage market.
Through an integrated mix of price forecasts, revenue benchmarking, in-depth research, educational materials, real-time market screens, and downloadable data - Modo users have all the tools at their fingertips to finance, build, and operate the energy system of the future.
Modo Energy’s most recognizable products include:
- Benchmarking Pro, which tracks the most valuable revenue streams for individual storage sites and compares performance across leaderboards.
- Forecast Pro, a 2050 projection built for energy storage and used to finance future battery projects.
- The Energy Academy, a series of educational videos explaining the mechanics of the electricity market.
- Modo: The Podcast, on which some of the most respected doers, disruptors, and thought-leaders in the industry share their experiences and insights with a global audience.
- And much, much more. Head to the platform to explore Modo's products for yourself - sign-up is free.
Want to find out how Modo Energy can help you navigate the evolving battery energy storage landscape? Get in touch with a member of the team today.
Our platform includes specialist data, organised so that our users can intuitively navigate the wider market. We also provide written and video insights that cut through the complexity of the industry.
Here at Modo, we build connections. We stand by our core company values of inclusivity, transparency, impartiality. We work closely with others throughout the energy industry to deliver the information and insights people need in ways that make sense.
To learn more about Modo, visit modo.energy
