Lead Front End Architect/Engineer

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Lead Front End Architect/Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will shape the front-end technical direction for user-facing digital products, taking concepts from prototype through production in a complex, data-rich environment. You will partner closely with product, design, and back-end engineering to create scalable solutions that support evolving business needs and deliver a cohesive user experience. The work will also include guiding responsible AI-assisted development practices and helping translate ambiguous product challenges into clear technical plans. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-end architecture and develop user-facing products from prototypes to production
• Manage a complex journey-builder canvas as it evolves in scale and data volume
• Establish API contracts with back-end engineering to ensure cohesive system evolution
• Oversee the design-to-code workflow and the coding side of the design system
• Guide the implementation of AI-driven functionality in a responsible manner
• Recruit and mentor a front-end engineering team, with a strong focus on code quality
• Collaborate with product and design teams from project inception through execution

Qualifications

• 8+ years of front-end or full-stack engineering experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience with front-end architecture for B2B or enterprise products, especially complex UIs
• Proven track record in hiring and developing engineering talent
• Ability to oversee agentic or AI-assisted coding practices
• Experience defining and managing API contracts across teams
• Skilled in transforming unclear product challenges into clear technical plans
• Experience in pharma or regulated marketing environments is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision options
• Generous holiday and paid time off policies
• Mental wellness coaching and support services
• Access to over 13,000 online learning classes via LinkedIn Learning
• Office perks such as free snacks and flexible work arrangements

Pay

$175,000 – $200,000 annually