UI Tech Lead

This role is for one of our clients

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

● Take ownership and define the frontend architecture utilizing React.js / Next.js across various client projects.

● Lead the complete UI delivery process, ensuring quality, scalability, and adherence to deadlines.

● Serve as the main frontend Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for clients, managing requirements, providing solutions, and handling escalations.

● Develop complex, high-impact UI modules by writing hands-on code.

● Drive performance enhancements including Core Web Vitals, SSR/SSG, code splitting, and lazy loading.

● Set and maintain coding standards, best practices, and design systems.

● Lead and mentor a team of UI developers, overseeing code reviews and fostering skill development.

● Collaborate effectively with backend, UX, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

● Ensure high standards of code quality, testing, and maintainability throughout projects.

● Manage multiple projects and stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.

WHAT WE NEED IN YOU

● Solid knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3, with a thorough understanding of core principles and browser fundamentals.

● Demonstrated hands-on experience with React.js, including Hooks, component lifecycle, state management, and performance optimization.

● Practical expertise with Next.js, including SSR, SSG, routing, and middleware for building scalable, SEO-friendly applications.

● Capability to design and implement scalable, maintainable frontend architectures for complex systems.

● Strong background in component-driven development, including creating and managing reusable design systems.

● Proficiency with state management tools such as Redux, Zustand, or Context API, along with a clear understanding of their appropriate use cases.

● Hands-on experience in code splitting, lazy loading, rendering optimization, and improving Core Web Vitals.

● Extensive experience integrating REST APIs and GraphQL.

● Actively engage in coding tasks—not just management—as well as excel in code reviews, mentoring, and providing technical guidance.

● Ability to independently tackle complex UI challenges and critical modules while managing multiple projects and priorities.

● Experience working directly with clients and stakeholders through discussions, demonstrations, and escalations.

● Skilled in translating business requirements into effective technical solutions.

● Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

GOOD TO HAVE

● Experience with Node.js and Express.js.

● Proficiency in TypeScript.

● Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Vercel.

● Understanding of e-commerce or high-traffic application environments.

QUALIFICATIONS

● Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BE/BTech) or a related field.

● 7 to 10 years of professional experience.

● Self-motivated, quick learner with strong problem-solving abilities.

● Excellent team player with effective communication skills.

● Enthusiastic and passionate about working in a startup environment.

Skills

JavaScript

ReactJS

NextJS

Context API

Redux

Zustand