The Motley Fool is hiring a Senior Next.js Developer to join its remote engineering team in the United States. This opportunity is ideal for experienced software engineers who enjoy building high-performance web applications at scale while contributing to products that help millions of people make smarter financial decisions.
For over 30 years, The Motley Fool has been empowering investors through education, transparency, and innovative financial insights. As part of a high-performing development team, you’ll work on applications that serve millions of users in the fintech and digital media industries.
About the Role
As a Senior Next.js Developer, you will build and maintain modern web applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, GraphQL, and cloud technologies. You’ll collaborate with designers, product managers, and engineering leaders to deliver scalable, secure, and user-focused solutions.
This role is ideal for developers who enjoy working in fast-paced environments, leveraging AI-powered workflows, and solving complex engineering challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain scalable web applications using React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
- Build and optimize frontend experiences for performance and reliability.
- Integrate applications with GraphQL and REST APIs.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to establish best practices and coding standards.
- Participate in code reviews and pair programming sessions.
- Work closely with design and product teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Contribute to long-term architecture and technology roadmap planning.
- Utilize AI-driven development tools and agentic workflows to improve productivity.
- Ensure web application security and performance best practices are followed.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience developing scalable web applications.
- Strong expertise in React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
- Experience working with GraphQL and REST APIs.
- Understanding of backend development using Python.
- Experience with AWS cloud services.
- Familiarity with advanced application state management tools such as Apollo Client or Redux.
- Experience with Docker, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience working in high-performance engineering teams.
- Understanding of web application security best practices.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with AI-driven automation and agentic workflows.
- Fintech or digital media industry experience.
- Strong interest in performance optimization and scalable architecture.
- Experience building applications that serve large user bases.
Technical Skills
Frontend Development
- React
- Next.js
- TypeScript
- Tailwind CSS
APIs & Data
- GraphQL
- REST APIs
- Apollo Client
- Redux
Backend & Cloud
- Python
- AWS
DevOps
- Docker
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Containerization
AI & Automation
- AI-Assisted Development
- Agentic Workflows
- Developer Productivity Tools
Compensation
💰 Hourly Rate: $95 – $110 USD per hour
Compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, and overall fit for the role.
Why Join The Motley Fool?
- Work on applications used by millions of people every month.
- Join a mission-driven company focused on improving financial literacy.
- Collaborate with talented engineers in a fully remote environment.
- Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI workflows and modern web technologies.
- Enjoy a culture that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous learning.
About The Motley Fool
The Motley Fool is a financial services company dedicated to helping individuals make better investment decisions. Through education, research, and technology, the company provides tools and resources designed to improve long-term financial outcomes for investors around the world.