Lead Software Engineer (React & Next.js) IT

HRTX; Pasig; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (React & Next.js) in Ortigas, Pasig. This role involves leading the development of secure and scalable customer-facing applications, ensuring code quality through strict reviews, and mentoring the engineering team. The ideal candidate has over 9 years of web development experience, expertise in React and Next.js, and strong leadership skills. This position offers a hybrid work setup and opportunities for continuous learning and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years of experience in web development.
• Strong expertise in React, Next.js, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and conducting rigorous code reviews.
• Strong understanding of performance optimization, security best practices, and scalable web architectures.
• Solid experience working in agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant technical or agile certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform 100% code reviews to enforce best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Mentor and guide developers in React and Next.js expertise.
• Lead agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups.
• Drive continuous improvement and adoption of new web technologies and tools.

Skills

Leadership

React

Next.js

Problem-solving

Agile methodologies

Performance Optimization

Security Best Practices

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

Git

Jira

Job description

Location: Ortigas, Pasig
Work Setup: Hybrid: (2 days onsite, 3 days WFH)
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Day Shift

Job Description
The Lead Software Engineer (React & Next.js) is responsible for leading the development of high-performance, secure, and scalable customer-facing web applications. This role ensures strict adherence to coding standards through full code ownership and review, mentors the engineering team, and drives agile delivery in close collaboration with the Director of Software Development.

Key Responsibilities

Code Quality & Standards

• Perform 100% code reviews to enforce best practices, clean architecture, and coding standards.

• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and consistency across all web applications.

Application Performance & Security

• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.

• Identify and resolve technical bottlenecks, vulnerabilities, and technical debt.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and guide developers, with a strong focus on Next.js and React expertise.

• Promote continuous learning, collaboration, and engineering excellence.

Agile Project Management

• Lead agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups.

• Work closely with leadership to ensure timely delivery and issue resolution.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Evaluate and adopt new web technologies, frameworks, and tools.

• Drive process improvements to improve development efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.

• Minimum of 9 years of experience in web development.

• Strong expertise in React, Next.js, and modern JavaScript frameworks.

• Proven experience leading engineering teams and conducting rigorous code reviews.

• Strong understanding of performance optimization, security best practices, and scalable web architectures.

• Solid experience working in agile/Scrum environments.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Relevant technical or agile certifications are a plus.