Lead Front-end Developer - E-commerce

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Front-End Developer - E-commerce based in the United States.

The Lead Front-End Developer will drive the architecture and delivery of high-performance e-commerce web applications, with a primary focus on creating seamless online shopping experiences. You will lead a remote team of front-end developers, combining technical leadership with hands-on development using React and Next.js. Working closely with design, product, back-end engineering, and QA teams, you will build scalable, accessible, and responsive digital experiences. You will also shape front-end standards, optimize website performance, and use A/B testing to improve customer engagement and conversion. This role offers the opportunity to influence technical strategy while mentoring developers and fostering continuous improvement. The ideal candidate brings strong architectural expertise, a collaborative leadership style, and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences.

Accountabilities:
As the technical lead for e-commerce front-end development, you will oversee application architecture, team performance, and the continuous improvement of web experiences. Your responsibilities will include:

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Design, develop, and maintain efficient, scalable, dynamic, and maintainable front-end solutions using Next.js.

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Lead front-end delivery across web properties, with a primary focus on the main e-commerce website.

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Collaborate with UI/UX designers, back-end developers, QA specialists, and product managers to integrate React components and deliver cohesive user experiences.

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Lead and mentor a team of front-end developers, support professional growth, and organize training sessions and workshops on Next.js and front-end best practices.

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Establish and enforce coding standards, development best practices, and code review processes to ensure high-quality, maintainable software.

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Use GraphQL to fetch and manipulate API data from composable e-commerce and headless CMS platforms.

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Own website accessibility in line with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and optimize Core Web Vitals across e-commerce experiences.

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Monitor emerging technologies and industry best practices to improve front-end architecture, development workflows, and overall delivery quality.

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Contribute to project planning, resource allocation, sprint reviews, and cross-functional coordination.

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Implement and analyze A/B tests to evaluate website improvements and inform data-driven optimization decisions.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate combines extensive front-end development experience with proven technical leadership, strong problem-solving abilities, and a focus on performance, accessibility, and user experience. Required and preferred qualifications include:

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A bachelor's degree in Computer Science plus at least 4 years of relevant experience, or 8 or more years of professional front-end development experience.

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Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and React, with hands-on experience developing applications using Next.js.

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At least 3 years of experience leading or mentoring front-end developers.

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Experience working with GraphQL, headless CMS solutions, or composable e-commerce platforms.

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Practical experience implementing and analyzing A/B tests for web applications.

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Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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Solid understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.

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Familiarity with deployment platforms such as Vercel or Netlify.

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Experience using Git, build tools such as Webpack or Vite, and npm.

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Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards, Core Web Vitals—including LCP, INP, and CLS—and image and video optimization techniques.

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Familiarity with Figma or comparable design tools and Agile development methodologies.

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Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

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Experience using AI-assisted development tools is an advantage.

Benefits:

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Annual salary range of $120,000–$140,000 USD .

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Remote work opportunity within the United States, subject to eligible hiring locations.

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Opportunity to lead a front-end development team and influence e-commerce architecture and technical strategy.

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Professional development through team mentorship, technical workshops, and exposure to modern front-end technologies.