Architect, Software Engineering - Frontend - Integration

SOFTWARE ARCHITECT (FRONTEND)

JOB INTRODUCTION

The Software Architect – Frontend is responsible for leading the design, architecture, and implementation of modern, scalable, and maintainable frontend applications across our product suite. This role collaborates cross-functionally with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to ensure a seamless and consistent user experience, driving the adoption of best practices in frontend engineering and staying abreast of the latest technology trends.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define, design, and document the architecture for frontend applications, ensuring scalability, performance, accessibility, and maintainability.
• Establish and enforce the use of frontend development best practices, frameworks, and design patterns across teams.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into functional, pixel-perfect user interfaces.
• Work with backend engineers to design and implement robust APIs and data integration strategies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to frontend development teams, conducting code reviews and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Optimize frontend performance for various browsers and devices, proactively identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Evaluate and select technologies, frameworks, and tools to support the evolving needs of the frontend platform.
• Contribute to cross-team architectural initiatives and promote reusability across web and mobile solutions.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends in frontend development, evaluating their relevance and potential impact.
• Maintain thorough documentation of frontend architecture, workflows, and best practices.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional frontend development experience, including significant experience in architectural or lead roles.
• Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Experience architecting and building large-scale, high-performance web applications.
• Strong understanding of web performance, security, accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), and responsive design principles.
• Proven experience with state management solutions, component-based architecture, and modular design.
• Familiarity with backend integration, RESTful APIs, and micro frontends.
• Proficiency in build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel), testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in Agile or cross-functional teams.
• Experience with mobile web or hybrid app development.
• Knowledge of UI/UX best practices and collaboration with design systems teams.
• Contributions to open-source frontend projects or active involvement in frontend technology communities.
• Experience with internationalization, localization, and accessibility compliance in web applications.
• Experience in using AI tools (Augment, Cursor, Claude Code)

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Opportunity to work with some of the smartest minds to solve complex challenges at scale.
• Impactful role in shaping and securing a global, cloud-native & AI driven platform.
• Innovative, collaborative, and fast-paced culture.

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