We are seeking an experienced Front-End Architect who is passionate about designing scalable, performant, and elegant front-end solutions that align business goals with users’ needs. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and the UI/UX Team to design and implement best-in-class user experiences, tools, and frameworks using cutting-edge technologies. This position will allow you to have a significant influence on the overall front-end architecture and the relationship between our users and our digital platforms.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Designing and developing scalable, performant, and extensible enterprise-grade front-end solutions (30-50% development).Establishing and promoting modern front-end best practices and design patterns (e.g., component-based architecture, state management, micro-frontends, and serverless front-end solutions).Identifying and creating reusable components and design systems to enhance development efficiency and maintainability across projects.Creating and enforcing front-end architecture standards, focusing on modularity, maintainability, and ease of scalability.Mentoring and leading front-end developers, ensuring continuous growth and the adoption of the latest front-end technologies and practices.Estimating and delegating tasks for larger projects, balancing technical debt, scalability, and timelines.Assisting in setting the roadmap for the future front-end technology stack, focusing on cutting-edge technologies such as React, Vue.js, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), and GraphQL.Collaborating with other architects, developers, DevOps, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative front-end solutions that enhance user experience and meet business objectives. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOUMust Have Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field (or equivalent experience).7+ years of experience in Software Development, with at least 5+ years focused on modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.Experience in designing and building scalable front-end architectures for enterprise-grade applications, leveraging component-based development and state management (e.g., Redux, Vuex).Proficiency in modern web technologies: JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and front-end tooling (Webpack, Babel, etc.).Experience with RESTful APIs and GraphQL for data fetching and integration with back-end services.Strong experience with modern design patterns like micro-frontends, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), and responsive design principles.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and front-end performance optimization strategies (e.g., lazy loading, code splitting, caching).Ability to establish coding standards and lead front-end teams in adopting best practices for maintainability, scalability, and performance.Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.Strong communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.Experience with diagramming standards such as UML or BPMN to effectively communicate system architecture.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead in fast-paced environments.Positive attitude and willingness to continually learn and adapt to new technologies.
Note- Ability to work 100% on-site in Pontiac, Michigan
Nice to Have Qualifications:
Experience with cloud-native architectures and serverless front-end solutions (e.g., AWS Amplify, Firebase).Strong experience in agile development environments, utilizing methodologies like Scrum or Kanban.Experience with domain-driven design (DDD), CQRS, and event-sourcing in the context of modern front-end development.Extensive experience with design systems and reusable component libraries.Familiarity with headless CMS platforms (e.g., Contentful, Strapi) and integrating front-end architectures with them.Understanding of SOLID principles and their application in front-end development.Performance optimization expertise, including Core Web Vitals and accessibility standards. THE PLACE & THE PERKS
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