Lead Frontend Engineer

Our client is a cutting-edge marketing technology firm based in the vibrant city of Boston, MA. As a trailblazer in the industry, they are committed to pushing boundaries and driving impactful results for our clients.

Position Overview: They are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Frontend React Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of their flagship products, contributing your expertise in React.js and frontend technologies to drive innovation and deliver best-in-class user experiences. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the frontend development team in designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable and responsive web applications using React.js
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate product requirements into technical solutions
• Drive the adoption of best practices in frontend development, including code reviews, testing, and documentation
• Mentor and coach junior members of the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to continually improve our frontend development processes and tooling

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with a strong focus on React.js
• Proven track record of leading and delivering complex frontend projects from conception to deployment
• Deep understanding of modern JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, with a passion for writing clean, maintainable code
• Experience with state management libraries such as Redux or MobX
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Git, CI/CD pipelines)

Nice to Have:

• Experience with GraphQL and RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for web applications
• Familiarity with server-side rendering (SSR) and/or Next.js
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community