Frontend Lead

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Frontend Lead Developer to join our team across multiple locations (Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Pune, and Noida). In this role, you will take ownership of the frontend architecture and development of our web applications, leading a team of talented frontend developers. You will collaborate closely with designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver high-quality, user-friendly applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in modern frontend technologies like React, Angular, or Vue.js, along with experience leading teams and driving the development of scalable frontend solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Frontend Development: Oversee and contribute to the development of complex web applications, ensuring they are responsive, user-friendly, and performant.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of frontend developers, helping them grow in their technical skills, ensuring best practices, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Technical Direction: Define and implement frontend architecture, design patterns, and development processes to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with product managers, backend developers, and UI/UX designers to define and implement new features that align with business goals and user needs.
• Code Reviews: Conduct regular code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Optimize Performance: Identify bottlenecks and optimize application performance across multiple devices and browsers.
• User-Centered Design: Work with designers to ensure that the application’s UI/UX is intuitive, visually appealing, and aligned with the brand’s standards.
• Stay Updated: Stay current with the latest frontend technologies, tools, and industry trends, and advocate for continuous improvements in the team’s workflow and technology stack.
• Agile Development: Work within an Agile environment (Scrum/Kanban), participating in sprint planning, retrospectives, and stand-ups.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality code through unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end testing.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in frontend development with 2+ years in a leadership or senior role.
• Strong experience with React.js, Angular, or Vue.js, and a solid understanding of modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with state management tools like Redux, Context API, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with CSS preprocessors like SASS or LESS.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Knowledge of frontend build tools like Webpack, Babel, ESLint, etc.
• Strong understanding of cross-browser compatibility and web performance optimization techniques.
• Experience in Version Control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile teams.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):

• Experience with TypeScript for better type safety and code maintainability.
• Familiarity with UI component libraries (e.g., Material UI, Ant Design, Bootstrap).
• Knowledge of backend technologies such as Node.js, Express.js (for better collaboration with backend teams).
• Exposure to server-side rendering (SSR) frameworks like Next.js or Nuxt.js.
• Familiarity with testing libraries such as Jest, Mocha, Cypress, or Enzyme.
• Experience with design systems, design-to-code workflows, or storybook.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide clear technical direction and make complex decisions.
• Proactive problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for continuous learning and improving both yourself and the team.
• Excellent mentoring skills with a focus on team development and growth.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person