Lead design, architect, implement, test, and maintain scalable React-based web applications. Define low-level design, ensure coding standards, optimize performance, integrate with APIs/headless CMS, maintain CI/CD and observability, and mentor engineering teams.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead React Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in React and modern front-end technologies, combined with strong leadership capabilities to mentor teams and define technical direction.
Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Development
- Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of modern web applications built with React
- Architect and implement scalable, maintainable, and high-performing front-end solutions
- Define and present low-level design (LLD) and technical approaches before development
- Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and reusable component design
- Build responsive, dynamic, and user-friendly UI/UX across devices and browsers
- Drive performance optimization, including CDN usage, lazy loading, and efficient rendering
Collaboration & Delivery
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, backend developers, and QA teams to deliver business requirements
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and execution
- Integrate front-end systems with APIs, third-party libraries, and headless CMS platforms
- Ensure high-quality code through unit tests, integration tests, and peer reviews
Quality Engineering & DevOps
- Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks using Jest and React Testing Library
- Contribute to and optimize CI/CD pipelines
- Monitor and debug applications using tools like Sentry, LogRocket, or similar
- Ensure application stability, performance, and observability
Mentorship & Leadership
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers
- Promote best practices in front-end architecture, performance, and testing
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the team
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in front-end development
- 6+ years of hands-on experience with React or other leading frameworks (Angular/Vue)
- Proven experience building enterprise-scale, scalable web applications
- Strong expertise in state management (Redux, Redux Persist)
- Proficiency in testing frameworks such as Jest and React Testing Library
- Solid understanding of REST APIs, third-party integrations, and headless CMS
- Experience with performance monitoring, logging, and analytics tools
- Hands-on experience with real-time error tracking tools (Sentry, LogRocket)
- Strong knowledge of Git version control
- In-depth understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Familiarity with DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines)
- Exposure to full-stack development (Node.js, Express)
- Understanding of web accessibility standards and cross-browser compatibility
- Awareness of CDN strategies and performance optimization
- Basic knowledge of mobile/native development (Swift, Java)
Key Competencies
- Technical leadership and decision-making
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
- Ownership and accountability
- Ability to work in fast-paced Agile environments
- Mentorship and team development mindset
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 48,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 168,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
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