Lead Technical Architect (Next.js)

Architectural & Technical Leadership 

• Design and document front-end architecture for high-traffic, component-based websites using React and Next.js 

• Define front-end rendering strategies that align with design requirements, client goals, and scalability 

• Evaluate and implement modern front-end tools, libraries, and design systems 

• Lead CMS integrations with headless and composable platforms such as Contentful, Sitecore, Sanity, or Optimizely 

• Ensure security, accessibility, performance, and general front-end best practices are accounted for and adhered to 

Hands-on Implementation 

• Lead front-end execution across multiple digital projects in parallel 

• Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and delivery schedules 

• Write and review scalable, well-documented TypeScript code that meets standards and project timelines 

• Solve complex implementation challenges, both independently and collaboratively 

Team & Client Collaboration 

• Act as the technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders 

• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to bring Figma prototypes to life with precision and responsiveness 

• Partner with backend developers and business analysts to ensure APIs are built to support requirements and optimal front-end performance. 

• Translate business and user requirements into detailed technical solutions 

Mentorship & Process Improvement 

• Mentor junior and mid-level front-end developers, fostering skill growth and knowledge sharing 

• Define and enforce best practices across code quality, version control, testing, and deployment 

• Contribute to internal documentation, reusable components, and process enhancements 

Qualifications 

• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated use of React, Next.js, TypeScript, HTML5 and CSS3 to develop performant, accessible, and maintainable frontend solutions at scale 

• Proven experience with headless architecture and the Server-Client Rendering Spectrum 

• Proven experience with API consumption (REST/GraphQL) 

• Proven experience in modular web development, using Atomic Design and Storybook 

• Proven experience with CSS tooling such as CSS Modules, PostCSS, Sass, or Less 

• Proven experience working across headless/composable CMS platforms like Contentful, Sitecore, Sanity and Optimizely 

• Proven experience with modern frontend hosting solutions like Vercel and Netlify 

• Experience with a JavaScript testing framework such as Mocha, Jest, or Jasmine 

• Experience with Webpack or similar build tools and module bundlers 

• Excellent communication skills, especially in translating complex technical decisions for non-technical audiences 

• Willingness to continually learn diverse technologies, techniques, and frontend topics 

• In-depth knowledge of browser/client discrepancies and supported features 

• In-depth knowledge of website performance considerations and performance tooling 

• In-depth knowledge of accessibility and WCAG standards 

• A willing and capable technical leader and mentor 

• Knowledge of and experience working within agile teams 

• Ability to work independently with a high level of accountability 

• Ability to estimate and complete work in a deadline driven environment 

Preferred 

• Agency or consulting experience 

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and the ability to work in fast-paced, iterative environments. 

• Experience working with distributed and remote teams