> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2921008-frontend-architect-react-ai](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2921008-frontend-architect-react-ai). 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). --- # Frontend Architect - React AI - **Company:** HCLTech - **Location:** Slough, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Unit Testing, Microsoft UI Automation, Performance Tuning, ReactJS, Cypress (Programming Language), Playwright, Front End Software Development, React Testing Library - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2879200544-frontend-architect-react-ai ## About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled UI Developer with strong expertise in building time-critical, high-availability, and high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across the full UI development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment. Technical Skills & Expertise- Frontend Technologies: Expert-level proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and TypeScript Real-Time Communication: Strong understanding of WebSockets, Server-Sent Events (SSE), and REST APIs State Management & Programming: Solid experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux) and reactive programming paradigms Architecture: Strong understanding of micro-frontends and Single Page Applications (SPA) Testing: Hands-on experience with React Testing Library / Jest for unit and integration testing UI Automation (Good to Have): Exposure to frameworks like Playwright or Cypress Desired Experience Experience working on financial services or trading platforms is an advantage Strong understanding of performance optimization and low-latency UI applications Experience with highly available, mission-critical systems. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE – Frontend Inspirations, Web Standards and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1761-wearedevelopers-live-frontend-inspirations-web-standards-and-more) - [Are you still programming unit tests or already generating?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/722-are-you-still-programming-unit-tests-or-already-generating) - [Boost Productivity with AI: Figma & Playwright MCP Workflows - Aris Markogiannakis](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1768-boost-productivity-with-ai-figma-playwright-mcp-workflows-aris-markogiannakis) - [Measure and improve frontend performance by using test automation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/719-measure-and-improve-frontend-performance-by-using-test-automation) - [Are Classical Automation Frameworks Dead? How AI Agents Are Transforming QA](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100243-are-classical-automation-frameworks-dead-how-ai-agents-are-transforming-qa) ## Related Articles - [16 Best Free React UI Libraries in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/148-16-best-free-react-ui-libraries-in-2025) - [The Best 7 Frontend Frameworks for Developers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/400-the-best-7-frontend-frameworks-for-developers-in-2025) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 132 - Binging WADFlix?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/473-dev-digest-132-binging-wadflix)