Lead React Developer

Overview As a Lead Frontend Developer, you will guide the frontend strategy for a growing consumer tech company in NYC, shaping high-traffic interfaces and frontend infrastructure. You’ll lead key projects, collaborate with Product, Design, and Backend teams, and drive performance, SEO, and user experience improvements. This role combines hands-on development with leadership, paving the way to a senior leadership position. You’ll work with React/Next.js and influence architecture, patterns, and quality standards to deliver impactful product experiences. Compensation / Benefitsequitysalary $170K-$210K baseonsite Monday-Thursday, remote Fridayrelocation consideredopportunity for leadership growth ResponsibilitiesLead frontend projects for consumer websitesBuild applications with React, Next.js, and TypeScriptMake architecture decisions and define reusable patternsManage routing, data fetching, caching, and component layoutOptimize Core Web Vitals, SEO, and performanceCollaborate with Product, Design, Backend, and managementElevate coding standards through reviews and mentorshipSupport a product quality, speed, and impact-focused culture Key requirements7+ years in web application developmentExtensive knowledge of ReactProficiency in JavaScript/TypeScriptExperience with Next.js, SSR, SPABackground in high-traffic consumer web appsAbility to lead frontend projects from inception to completionStrong performance optimization, SEO, testing, and maintainable code practicesKeen product intuition and collaboration with Product and Design teamsleadershipcollaborationmentorshipReactNext.jsTypeScript