Architect frontend

Weekday (YC W21); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday (YC W21) in Bengaluru is seeking a Software Architect - Frontend to lead design, architecture, and implementation of scalable frontend applications across our product suite. You will collaborate with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to ensure a seamless user experience and drive best practices in frontend engineering.

The role requires 11+ years of frontend development experience, expertise in React/Angular/Vue, TypeScript, and modern web technologies, with a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 11+ years of frontend development experience with architectural/lead roles.
• Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3 and modern frontend frameworks.
• Experience building large-scale, high-performance web applications.
• Strong knowledge of performance, accessibility (WCAG), and responsive design.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, and document architecture for frontend apps with scalability.
• Enforce frontend best practices and design patterns across teams.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect interfaces.
• Work with backend engineers on APIs and data integration strategies.
• Mentor frontend teams, conduct code reviews, and promote continuous improvement.
• Optimize frontend performance across browsers and devices.
• Evaluate technologies, frameworks, and tools for frontend platform needs.
• Contribute to cross-team architectural initiatives and reuse across web/mobile.
• Stay updated with frontend trends and incorporate relevant ones.

Skills

Frontend architecture

Leadership

React

TypeScript

Web performance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS

Tools

Webpack

Babel

CI/CD pipelines

REST APIs

Job description

This role is for one of our clients

Industry: Software Development

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Experience: 11+ yrs

Location: Bangalore

Job Type: Full-Time

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The Software Architect - Frontend is responsible for leading the design, architecture, and implementation of modern, scalable, and maintainable frontend applications across our product suite. This role collaborates cross-functionally with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to ensure a seamless and consistent user experience, driving the adoption of best practices in frontend engineering and staying abreast of the latest technology trends.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, and document the architecture for frontend applications, ensuring scalability, performance, accessibility, and maintainability
• Establish and enforce the use of frontend development best practices, frameworks, and design patterns across teams
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into functional, pixel-perfect user interfaces
• Work with backend engineers to design and implement robust APIs and data integration strategies
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to frontend development teams, conducting code reviews and promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Optimise frontend performance for various browsers and devices, proactively identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement
• Evaluate and select technologies, frameworks, and tools to support the evolving needs of the frontend platform
• Contribute to cross-team architectural initiatives and promote reusability across web and mobile solutions
• Stay up to date with emerging trends in frontend development, evaluating their relevance and potential impact
• Maintain thorough documentation of frontend architecture, workflows, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of professional frontend development experience, including significant experience in architectural or lead roles
• Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5 CSS3 and modern frontend frameworks (e. g., React, Angular, Vue.js )
• Experience in architecting and building large-scale, high-performance web applications
• Strong understanding of web performance, security, accessibility standards (e. g., WCAG), and responsive design principles
• Proven experience with state management solutions, component-based architecture, and modular design
• Familiarity with backend integration, RESTful APIs, and micro frontends
• Proficiency in build tools (e. g., Webpack, Babel), testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working in Agile or cross-functional teams
• Experience with mobile web or hybrid app development
• Knowledge of UI/UX best practices and collaboration with design systems teams
• Contributions to open-source frontend projects or active involvement in frontend technology communities
• Experience with internationalisation, localisation, and accessibility compliance in web applications
• Experience in using AI tools (Augment, Cursor, Claude Code)

Must-have skills

ReactJS, CSS, Javascript