UI Lead Engineer (Retail / Ecommerce Exp)

  • Houston, TX
  • Posted 10 hours ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

retail
ecommerce
next js
redux
node
javascript
html
lead

Job Details

This is with our direct client.

Position: UI Lead Engineer
Duration: 12+ months contract
Location: Houston, TX / Dublin, CA (Hybrid 3 days onsite a week)

JOB DESCRIPTION

SKILLS NEEDED : Retail/ Ecommerce domain, JavaScript, GitHub,Performance Optimization, Best Practices, Version Control, User Experience,Redux,Node.JS,Next.js

We are looking for a UI Engineer to design and develop high-performance, scalable, and user-friendly web applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in React, Redux, JavaScript (ES6), Node.js (ExpressJS). You will play a key role in building responsive UI components, implementing state management, and developing using Node.js/ExpressJS.

Responsibilities

  • UI Development: Build elegant, responsive, and high-performance user interfaces using React, Redux, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Component Design: Develop reusable, modular, and scalable UI components that align with design and accessibility standards.
  • State Management: Implement and optimize Redux for efficient state handling.
  • Backend-for-Frontend (BFF): Develop and maintain lightweight Node.js (ExpressJS) APIs to bridge UI with backend services.
  • Performance Optimization: Optimize UI components for speed, scalability, and performance.
  • Version Control & Packages: Use GitHub for source control, manage dependencies with npm, and ensure a structured project setup.
  • Cross-Browser Compatibility: Ensure UI consistency across multiple browsers and devices.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with backend engineers, UX designers, and product managers to deliver a seamless user experience.
  • Code Quality: Follow best practices in code reviews, testing, and debugging to maintain a high-quality codebase.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

  • 5+ years of experience in frontend/UI development.
  • Strong expertise in React.js, Redux, JavaScript (ES6+), and HTML5/CSS3.
  • Experience with Node.js and ExpressJS development.
  • Deep understanding of component-based architecture and state management in React.
  • Proficiency in GitHub for version control and npm packages for dependency management.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines for frontend deployments with GitHub Actions.
  • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills for frontend performance issues.
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and integrating frontend applications with backend services.
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Good to Have:

  • Knowledge of Styled Components, SASS, or React Material UI.
  • Familiarity with Next.js for server-side rendering
  • Understanding of web accessibility (a11y).

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