Senior TypeScript Developer – Web Audio (WW-PT)

Role Overview

Car of Tomorrow is a media company creating an interactive, browser-based music game for children. This game aims to engage young users in exploring and recreating renowned musical compositions through arranging and playing orchestral audio samples. We are seeking a seasoned Senior TypeScript Developer to review and enhance our existing prototype, initially built with Next.js, TypeScript, and the Web Audio API, and to deliver targeted improvements for a planned September launch.

Responsibilities

• Set up and configure a local development environment within the client’s broader technical framework.
• Review and audit the existing Next.js and TypeScript codebase to identify technical risks, bugs, and performance issues.
• Enhance and extend browser-based audio functionality using the Web Audio API.
• Implement targeted features, including dynamic song and audio asset loading, ensuring accurate audio timing, looping, sequencing, and playback.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues affecting gameplay, browser compatibility, or audio performance.
• Maintain clean, reliable, and well-documented code.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Support additional front-end improvements where relevant and within the developer’s skill set.

Required Skills

• Strong professional experience with TypeScript.
• Extensive experience building applications with Next.js and React.
• Hands-on experience with the Web Audio API.
• Experience developing browser-based audio, music, or interactive media applications.
• Understanding of core audio and music concepts like timing, loops, beats, sequencing, and playback.
• Proven ability to review, debug, and enhance existing codebases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience building educational, children’s, or interactive media products.
• Familiarity with browser-based games or other real-time interactive applications.
• Knowledge of audio performance optimization and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with orchestral samples, sound libraries, or digital music tools.
• Front-end UI development and responsive design experience.
• Experience integrating standalone applications into larger websites or content platforms.