Overview
Hybrid
$100,000 - $120,000
Full Time
Skills
UILead
front-end architecture
design
implementation
UI development
performance optimization
responsive design
HTML5
CSS3
React.js
Node.js
JavaScript
TypeScript
Redux
REST
GraphQL
Server-SideRendering
StaticSiteGeneration
API
CI/CD
AWS
Azure
GCP
Docker
Kubernetes
Job Details
Role: UI Lead
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead the front-end architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise-grade web applications.
- Drive adoption of best practices in UI development, performance optimization, and responsive design.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend teams to define technical solutions and timelines.
- Review code, mentor developers, and ensure adherence to quality and security standards.
Development & Delivery
- Design and build user interfaces using Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Node.js.
- Integrate UI components with RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
- Develop reusable, modular, and maintainable UI components and libraries.
- Ensure high performance, scalability, and accessibility across devices and browsers.
Collaboration & Planning
- Partner with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, pixel-perfect interfaces.
- Work closely with DevOps and QA teams for CI/CD and testing integration.
- Provide technical guidance and support during sprint planning and reviews.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 8+ years of professional experience in front-end development, with at least 2+ years in a lead role.
- Strong proficiency in Next.js, React.js, Node.js, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
- Experience with TypeScript, Redux, and REST/GraphQL integrations.
- Understanding of SSR (Server-Side Rendering), SSG (Static Site Generation), and performance tuning in Next.js.
- Familiarity with API development using Node.js/Express.js.
- Exposure to AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on quality and user experience.
Excellent communication and team leadership abilities
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