UI Manager- US

Weekday AI; Washington; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech consultancy is seeking an experienced UI Manager with over 7 years in frontend engineering. The role involves leading a high-performing team, owning the delivery of UI initiatives, and architecting scalable solutions using ReactJS. Ideal candidates possess strong leadership skills, a problem-solving mindset, and excellent communication abilities. This is a challenging role for those passionate about building effective UI platforms and enhancing team success.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in frontend engineering.
• Proven success in Engineering Manager or UI Manager role.
• Hands-on experience with ReactJS and modern JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of UI engineers for high performance.
• Own end-to-end delivery of frontend initiatives.
• Architect scalable solutions using ReactJS.

Skills

ReactJS

Frontend architecture

Team leadership

Problem-solving

API integration

Job description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 7 years

Location: USA

JobType: full-time

We are seeking an experienced UI Manager (US) with a strong background as an Engineering Manager and deep expertise in ReactJS to lead and scale high‑performing frontend engineering teams. This is a full‑time role based in the United States, ideal for a leader who combines technical excellence with people management, delivery ownership, and strategic thinking.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of UI engineers, ensuring high performance, career growth, and technical excellence
• Own the end‑to‑end delivery of frontend / UI initiatives, from planning and design through development and deployment
• Architect scalable, maintainable, and high‑performance UI solutions using ReactJS and modern frontend technologies
• Collaborate closely with product managers and designers to translate requirements into well‑structured technical solutions
• Drive engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, performance optimization, and security standards
• Review code, guide architectural decisions, and ensure adherence to frontend development standards
• Establish and improve development processes, sprint planning, estimations, and delivery timelines
• Balance hands‑on technical contributions with people management and strategic leadership
• Partner with backend and platform teams to ensure seamless API integration and system consistency
• Identify technical risks early and proactively propose solutions
• Support hiring efforts, onboarding, and team scaling initiatives
• Track and report on team performance, delivery metrics, and technical health of UI systems
• Stay current with evolving frontend technologies, frameworks, and industry trends, applying them where appropriate

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experience :
  • Minimum 7+ years of overall experience in frontend engineering
  • Proven experience in an Engineering Manager or UI Manager role
• Technical Expertise :
  • Strong hands‑on experience with ReactJS, modern JavaScript (ES6+), and frontend architecture
  • Solid understanding of component‑based design, state management, and performance optimization
  • Experience working with RESTful APIs and collaborating with backend teams
• Leadership & Management :
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and grow engineering teams
  • Experience managing delivery, resolving conflicts, and aligning teams with business goals
  • Strong decision‑making skills with a balance of technical depth and business awareness
• Collaboration & Communication :
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across product, design, and engineering stakeholders
  • Comfortable presenting technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Mindset & Approach :
  • Ownership‑driven leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments
  • Strong problem‑solving mindset with attention to quality and user experience
  • Passion for building scalable UI platforms and empowering teams to succeed