Software Engineer - Next.js

About the Position

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the Next.js team at Vercel. In this role, you'll work on the core of the framework, collaborating directly with the open-source community, shaping the future of the web, and delivering impactful features to a global audience of developers.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core features in Next.js, from RFC to release
• Collaborate with internal teams (like Vercel’s platform and runtime teams) to build seamless integrations between framework and infrastructure
• Engage with the open-source community through issues, PRs, RFCs, and discussions
• Optimize performance across the full stack – from server to browser to edge
• Stay up-to-date with emerging web standards (e.g., React Server Components, Partial Prerendering, Web Streams)
• Contribute to developer tooling, docs, and examples that help others succeed with Next.js

Requirements

• Strong experience in JavaScript, TypeScript, and React
• Deep understanding of web fundamentals: HTML, CSS, HTTP, rendering models, caching
• Experience building production-grade web applications or frameworks
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Turbopack, Babel, SWC, or similar)
• A collaborative mindset and clear communication – especially when working in public/open-source

We Offer

• Work on one of the most widely used web frameworks in the world
• Collaborate with the team behind Next.js, Turbopack, and other open-source tools
• Fast-moving, developer-focused culture with autonomy and ownership
• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits (remote-first team, generous PTO, learning stipends)

About the Company

Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company, freeing people and agents to ship what's next. For more than a decade we've helped builders move from idea to production with speed, security, and exceptional developer experience. Now we're scaling our products for both agents and people to ship and run software, built in the open and trusted by OpenAI, PayPal, Ramp, Supreme, and millions of developers worldwide.

Our mission is to enable the world to ship the best products. That starts with creating a place where everyone can do their best work. Whether you're building on our platform, supporting our customers, or shaping our story: You can just ship things.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation package, including equity.
• Inclusive Healthcare Package.
• Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills.
• Flexible Time Off.
• We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.

The San Francisco, CA base pay range for this role is $196,000-$294,000. Actual salary will be based on job-related skills, experience, and location. Compensation outside of San Francisco may be adjusted based on employee location, and the total package includes benefits and equity-based compensation. Your recruiter can share more details during the hiring process.

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