Job Description: Java Front-End Developer (Next.js / React.js)

Job Title: Java Front-End Developer
Location: Plano, TX
Work Mode: Hybrid
Experience Required: 10+ Years
Employment Type: Long term Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Java Front-End Developer with strong expertise in Next.js, React.js, TypeScript, and modern front-end development technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience building scalable, responsive, and high-performance web applications and integrating front-end solutions with Java/Spring Boot backend services and REST APIs.

The candidate should possess hands-on experience with Next.js architecture, including Server-Side Rendering (SSR), Static Site Generation (SSG), Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR), state management, authentication, and automated testing. Experience developing enterprise-grade applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable, responsive, and high-performance web applications using Next.js and React.js.

• Build reusable UI components, front-end libraries, and maintainable application architectures.

• Implement Next.js features, including App Router, Server-Side Rendering (SSR), Static Site Generation (SSG), Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR), and API Routes.

• Integrate front-end applications with Java/Spring Boot backend services, REST APIs, and microservices.

• Collaborate with backend developers to define API contracts, troubleshoot integration issues, and ensure seamless data exchange.

• Implement efficient state management using Redux Toolkit, Context API, Zustand, or similar libraries.

• Develop secure authentication and authorization workflows using OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and JSON Web Tokens (JWT).

• Optimize application performance, page load times, SEO, accessibility, and overall user experience.

• Ensure cross-browser compatibility, responsive design, and compliance with accessibility standards.

• Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, or Playwright.

• Participate in code reviews, debugging, technical design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Work closely with product managers, UI/UX designers, architects, and engineering teams to deliver business requirements.

• Follow modern development practices using Git, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in front-end or full-stack software development.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining production applications using Next.js and React.js.

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.

• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, responsive web design, and modern front-end development principles.

• Hands-on experience with Next.js App Router, SSR, SSG, ISR, and API Routes.

• Experience with UI frameworks and component libraries such as Tailwind CSS, Material UI, Bootstrap, or Ant Design.

• Strong experience integrating front-end applications with Java/Spring Boot backend services and REST APIs.

• Experience with state management solutions such as Redux Toolkit, Context API, or Zustand.

• Knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols, including OAuth 2.0, OIDC, and JWT.

• Experience with front-end testing frameworks such as Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, or Playwright.

• Proficiency with Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and version control best practices.

• Understanding of web application security, performance optimization, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application deployments.

• Experience with enterprise-grade Java/Spring Boot microservices architectures.

• Knowledge of GraphQL and modern API integration patterns.

• Experience building SaaS, multi-tenant, or B2B enterprise applications.

• Familiarity with performance monitoring, logging, and observability tools.

• Exposure to DevOps practices and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

• Experience developing AI-enabled web applications and modern front-end architectures.

• Knowledge of Progressive Web Apps (PWA), SEO best practices, and WCAG accessibility standards.

Technical Skills Summary

Must-Have Skills:

• Next.js

• React.js

• TypeScript

• JavaScript (ES6+)

• HTML5 and CSS3

• Java / Spring Boot Integration

• REST API Integration

• SSR, SSG, ISR, and Next.js App Router

• Redux Toolkit, Context API, or Zustand

• OAuth 2.0, OIDC, and JWT

• Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, or Playwright

• Git, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

• Docker and Kubernetes

• Java Spring Boot Microservices

• GraphQL

• SaaS and multi-tenant applications

• AI-enabled applications

• PWA, SEO, and WCAG accessibility

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a senior front-end or full-stack engineer with deep expertise in Next.js and React.js, strong TypeScript skills, and practical experience integrating modern web applications with Java/Spring Boot backend services. The candidate should be capable of designing scalable front-end architectures, implementing secure API integrations, optimizing performance, and delivering high-quality enterprise applications in a collaborative Agile environment.