Associate Software Engineer - UI at Ontic in Pune, Maharashtra, India

Who We Are Ontic provides software that helps corporate and government security teams identify threats, assess risk, and respond faster to keep people and organizations safe. Its AI-powered Connected Intelligence Platform unifies security operations and data into a centralized system of record, enabling organizations to conduct risk assessments, protect against workplace violence, and manage threats and incidents more efficiently. Fortune 500 companies and federal agencies rely on Ontic to support security programs such as executive protection, threat intelligence, and corporate investigations. Learn more at ontic.ai http://ontic.ai or follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/ontic-technologies/. ROLE SUMMARY Ontic is hiring an Associate Software Engineer (Frontend) to contribute to the development of user interfaces for our SaaS platform. This role is designed for early-career engineers who are building strong foundations in frontend development and software engineering practices. You will work closely with experienced engineers to build UI features, fix issues, and improve existing experiences, while learning how to create scalable, performant, and user-friendly web applications. Your focus will be on writing high-quality code, understanding frontend fundamentals, and growing into an independent contributor. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Development & Implementation - Contribute to building user interfaces and features using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, HTML, and CSS - Implement well-defined UI components and flows with guidance from senior engineers - Work with APIs to integrate frontend with backend services Code Quality & Best Practices - Write clean, maintainable, and reusable code following established engineering standards - Participate in code reviews and apply feedback to improve code quality - Follow best practices in component design, state management, and accessibility Learning & Technical Growth - Build understanding of frontend architecture, component-based design, and application state - Learn and apply best practices in debugging, testing, and performance optimization - Gain familiarity with modern frontend tools and build systems Collaboration - Work with engineers, designers, and product teams to deliver assigned tasks - Communicate progress, blockers, and questions clearly - Incorporate feedback from design and product stakeholders Production Awareness - Support basic debugging and issue resolution in development and production environments - Develop familiarity with logging, monitoring, and performance tracking tools - Understand fundamentals of browser behavior and frontend performance QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES - 0–2 years of software engineering experience (including internships, academic, or personal projects) - Foundational knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS - Basic understanding of React (or similar frontend frameworks) - Understanding of core programming concepts, data structures, and problem-solving - Familiarity with REST APIs and asynchronous programming (promises, async/await) - Exposure to version control systems like Git - Awareness of frontend development lifecycle (build tools, bundling, deployment basics) - Strong willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment - Good problem-solving ability and attention to detail - Effective communication and collaboration skills - Hands-on experience through academic, personal, or open-source projects ONTIC BENEFITS & PERKS - Competitive Salary - Medical Benefits - Internet Reimbursement - Home Office Stipend - Continued Education Stipend - Festive & Achievement Celebrations - Dynamic Office Environment Ontic is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors protected by applicable law. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ontic we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Ontic prioritizes the full inclusion of qualified individuals, providing necessary accommodations for those with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance during the application or interview process or job tasks, please contact us at recruitment@ontic.co or call (512) 572-7400