Front end Manager

Role brief

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Frontend Manager with a strong background in Next.js to lead our frontend development team. In this role, you will oversee the architecture, development, and deployment of web applications while managing a team of frontend developers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and backend engineers, to deliver high-quality, performant, and user-friendly web applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage Frontend Development: Oversee the frontend team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure project milestones are met.
• Architect and Develop Next.js Applications: Design and implement scalable, robust, and maintainable Next.js applications, leveraging best practices for performance optimization and user experience.
• Collaborate with Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with product, design, and backend teams to align frontend development with business goals and project requirements.
• Code Quality and Review: Establish coding standards, conduct code reviews, and implement best practices to maintain high-quality codebase.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure applications are optimized for speed, accessibility, and SEO, leveraging Next.js’s built-in features and other modern technologies.
• Stay Current with Frontend Trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in frontend development, including Next.js updates, and advocate for their adoption when beneficial.
• Project Planning and Management: Assist in planning and organizing the team’s workload, including setting realistic timelines and monitoring project progress.
• Team Development and Hiring: Play an active role in hiring, onboarding, and training new team members to build a strong and cohesive frontend development team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional frontend development experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role and 3+ years working with Next.js.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), React.js, Next.js, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Familiarity with Modern Frontend Tools: Experience with TypeScript, Redux, Webpack, Babel, and other related tools and libraries.
• Backend Understanding: Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and server-side rendering (SSR) principles.
• Strong understanding of responsive and adaptive design principles, with experience in building applications for various devices and screen sizes.
• Proven experience leading and managing frontend teams, with excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Trello), and an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• SEO & Performance Optimization: Knowledge of SEO principles, web performance, and accessibility standards.
• Proficiency in using Git for version control and collaborative development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CI/CD Pipelines: Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) tools and processes.
• Cloud & Deployment Knowledge: Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and experience deploying applications using Next.js.
• UI/UX Sensibility: A good sense of design and user experience principles, with the ability to collaborate effectively with UI/UX teams.
• Contributions to Open Source: A history of contributing to or maintaining open-source projects is a plus.

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