Lead Front End Developer

Oscar Associates (UK) Ltd
Leeds, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 70K

Job location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
CSS
Software Quality
Continuous Integration
Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind
React
Technical Debt
Backend
Front End Software Development
Api Management
Docker

Job description

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide a team of developers while shaping the technical direction of the frontend. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, scalable, and accessible web experiences, working closely with UX, backend, and wider stakeholders to drive the roadmap forward.

The Role

  • Own the frontend architecture and technical roadmap
  • Lead, mentor, and support a team of developers
  • Deliver performant, scalable, and user-focused web experiences
  • Work closely with stakeholders to prioritise and plan delivery
  • Collaborate with UX and backend teams to deliver seamless user journeys
  • Drive best practices across code quality, testing, and documentation
  • Continuously improve the platform and reduce technical debt

Tech Stack

  • React / Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • CSS / Tailwind
  • API integrations
  • AWS, Docker, CI/CD

Requirements

  • Strong experience with React, Next.js, and modern frontend development
  • Previous experience leading or mentoring developers
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining complex web applications
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally in agile teams
  • Strong focus on performance, accessibility, and maintainable code

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