> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1659397-front-end-technical-lead-wagtail-cms](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1659397-front-end-technical-lead-wagtail-cms). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Front-End Technical Lead - Wagtail CMS

- **Company:** Black Canyon Consulting LLC
- **Location:** Bethesda, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Content Delivery Networks, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Django Web Framework, Performance Tuning, Release Management, Next.js, Responsive Web Design, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Platforms, Web Usability, ReactJS, Backend, Git, Information Technology, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Docker
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=607afe652bc39454

## About the Role

* BS in Computer Science
 * 5+ years of Full stack Web applications development, using Django, React, and Next.js.
 * Strong experience with Django, React, Next.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
 * Proven front-end technical leadership experience on web platform projects.
 * Experience implementing, extending, or supporting adoption of a Web Design System across teams or products.
 * Experience integrating with Headless CMS platforms and consuming GraphQL or REST APIs.
 * Strong understanding of accessibility, including Section 508 and WCAG.
 * Experience with Git, CI/CD, testing, performance optimization, responsive design, and modern front-end workflows.
 * Strong communication, mentoring, documentation, and stakeholder collaboration skills, * Experience with public-facing government, scientific, biomedical, or research websites.
 * Familiarity with U.S. Web Design System or similar enterprise design systems.
 * Experience with Wagtail CMS in a headless or hybrid architecture.
 * Experience with accessibility testing tools, SEO, analytics, Core Web Vitals, Docker, cloud hosting, CDN configuration, and Agile teams.

## Description

* Lead front-end architecture and implementation using Django, React, Next.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
 * Drive the adoption of the NCBI Web Design System, including component strategy, implementation standards, documentation, reusable patterns, and best practices.
 * Guide integration with Headless CMS platforms using Wagtail CMS.
 * Consume CMS-driven content through GraphQL APIs, REST APIs, or other structured content services.
 * Support front-end development within Django, React, and Next.js based applications, including templates and static asset workflows.
 * Lead implementation of reusable UI components using the Web Design System.
 * Establish front-end coding standards, component patterns, documentation, and review processes.
 * Mentor front-end developers and provide technical guidance across projects.
 * Collaborate with UX, design, content, backend, CMS, DevOps, product, and stakeholder teams.
 * Ensure solutions meet accessibility, performance, SEO, scalability, and maintainability goals.
Support troubleshooting, testing, deployment, release planning, and production support.


## Related Videos

- [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered)
- [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web)
- [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94)
- [Web development best practices in 2021](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/280-web-development-best-practices-in-2021)
- [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews)
- [But, you're not Facebook](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/378-but-you-re-not-facebook)

## Related Articles

- [Dev Digest 133 - Back to Front](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/474-dev-digest-133-back-to-front)
- [Dev Digest 139 - Soft and hard queries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/487-dev-digest-139-soft-and-hard-queries)
- [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)
- [Dev Digest 113 - Debugging above the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/422-dev-digest-113-debugging-above-the-cloud)
- [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development)
- [Web Development Best Practices: What The Data Tells us](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/84-web-development-best-practices-what-the-data-tells-us)