Front-end Architect Plano, TX (Onsite W2 Role)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Frontend Architect to lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise-scale web applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in modern frontend frameworks such as React.js and/or Angular, strong architectural design skills, and a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance, and secure user interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement enterprise-wide frontend architecture strategies and best practices.
• Design scalable, maintainable, and reusable UI component libraries and design systems.
• Lead the architecture and development of complex web applications using React.js and/or Angular.
• Establish coding standards, development guidelines, and governance processes.
• Drive performance optimization, accessibility compliance, responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate with backend teams to define API contracts and integration patterns.
• Evaluate emerging frontend technologies and recommend adoption strategies.
• Mentor developers and conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical design sessions.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies.
• Ensure security best practices are incorporated into frontend application design.
• Partner with UX/UI teams to translate business requirements into intuitive user experiences.
• Participate in technical roadmaps, estimation, and solution planning activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience with at least 3+ years in an architect or technical leadership role.
• Strong expertise in React.js and/or Angular.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, and modern frontend tooling.
• Experience with state management frameworks such as Redux, NgRx, Context API, or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of frontend architecture patterns, micro-frontends, and component-driven development.
• Experience designing RESTful API integrations and consuming backend services.
• Strong knowledge of responsive design, accessibility (WCAG), and web performance optimization.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Micro Frontend (MFE) architecture and Module Federation.
• Knowledge of Next.js, Server-Side Rendering (SSR), and Static Site Generation (SSG).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with GraphQL and API Gateway integrations.
• Experience implementing enterprise design systems and shared component libraries.
• Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Understanding of frontend security practices including OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SSO integrations.

Technical Skills

• Frontend Technologies: React.js, Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3 / SCSS
• Architecture & Design: Micro Frontends, Design Systems, Component Libraries, Responsive Design, Accessibility (WCAG), Performance Optimization
• DevOps & Cloud: Git, Jenkins / GitHub Actions / Azure DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS / Azure / Google Cloud Platform