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# Contract - Front End Technical Lead

- **Company:** The Studio
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Google Analytics, JSON, Next.js, Systems Integration, Tag Management, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Google Tag Manager, Tailwind, ReactJS, Figma, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Iframes, Optimizely
- **Published:** July 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=634189025b9f4f5c

## About the Role

* Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Developer in a consulting or agency environment.
 * Deep hands-on expertise with React and Next.js frameworks
 * Experience building within SaaS-based headless CMS platforms that utilize proper SDKs and GraphQL support (Optimizely experience is a massive plus!)
 * Comfortable operating as a 1099 independent contractor.
 * US-based remote worker with the flexibility to support clients across multiple time zones.

## Description

At Studio Science, independent contractors aren't just temporary stopgaps - they are a critical, integral part of our core delivery model. When you join as a contractor, you aren't treated like a sidelined outsider; you are embedded directly into our project teams as a high-level contributor and a respected subject matter expert. You will still collaborate closely with our designers, strategists, and clients to deliver experiences that work better.

We are currently expanding our network of top-tier independent contractor talent to partner with us on upcoming client engagements. We are looking for experienced Front-End Technical Leads who specialize in modern, headless CMS architectures. If you thrive in agency environments, enjoy owning technical delivery, and interested in a 1099 contract opportunity where your expertise is truly valued, we want to hear from you!

Typical Responsibilities look like:

 * Technical Leadership: Act as the technical lead on client website implementations, running sprint ceremonies, managing backlog prioritization, and ensuring high-quality frontend delivery
 * Modern Frontend Development: Translate Figma designs into responsive HTML/CSS using React, Next.js, and Tailwind 4
 * CMS Architecture: Develop data models, reusable content components, and page templates within headless SaaS CMS platforms (like Optimizely)
 * Standard Integrations: Implement standard third-party tools via JavaScript snippets or iframes, set up tag management (Google Tag Manager/Google Analytics), and configure out-of-the-box CMS search solutions
 * Best Practices: Ensure foundational SEO/GEO metadata, structured data (JSON-LD), and core WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility compliance across all builds


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