Lead Software Engineer (WFH)

Lennor Group; Cabuyao; Remote; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational home decor distributor is seeking a Lead Software Engineer based in the Philippines. This role involves strategic technical leadership, focusing on front-end development using React and Next.js. The ideal candidate should have 7-10 years of experience and a strong performance optimization mindset. The position is remote, offering competitive benefits including a laptop, internet subsidy, and paid leaves.

Benefits

Company-issued laptop

Government-mandated Benefits

13th Month Pay

Paid Leaves

Internet Subsidy

HMO Coverage

Continuous Learning

Mental Health Support

Meeting Allowance

Shutdown Week

Volunteer Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of professional software development experience with a strong track record in modern front-end web applications.
• Expertise in React and Next.js with a deep understanding of component architecture and rendering strategies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and build performant, scalable, and maintainable front-end experiences using React and Next.js.
• Lead implementation of back-end-for-front-end (BFF) patterns and performance optimization strategies.
• Communicate technical concepts to engineering and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

React

Next.js

JavaScript/TypeScript

Performance Optimization

GraphQL/REST APIs

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Tools

Vercel

CDN

Job description

Our brand, Lennor Metier Consulting, a DOLE‑licensed headhunting and recruitment agency in the Philippines, is proud to partner with a multinational, global distributor in home decor in their search for a Lead Software Engineer based in the Philippines.

Salary Range: Up to P250,000

Work Setup: Remote

Shift Schedule: Morning Shift

Location: Philippines

The Role

The ideal candidate will be responsible for a strategic, hands‑on technical leadership role within the Digital Engineering team, reporting directly to the Director of Digital Technology. They spend about 70% of their time coding, focusing on modern front‑end technologies like React and Next.js, while driving scalable web experiences with attention to Core Web Vitals, caching, and BFF models. The role collaborates with product, UX, and platform teams, mentors peers, and influences cross‑functional technical decisions. Having experience with Vercel and edge‑delivery platforms is a strong plus.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and build performant, scalable, and maintainable front‑end experiences using React, Next.js, and modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks.
• Code actively (~70% of the time) while owning complex UI features, dynamic rendering flows (CSR/SSR/ISR), and modular frontend architectures.
• Lead hands‑on implementation of back‑end‑for‑front‑end (BFF) patterns, efficient data fetching strategies, and seamless client‑server interactions.
• Implement advanced caching strategies and performance tuning for high‑traffic pages, optimizing Core Web Vitals (LCP, FID, CLS) and Lighthouse scores.
• Partner with platform engineers to leverage Vercel capabilities (e.g., edge functions, build optimizations, smart CDN routing) for production‑grade deployments.
• Collaborate with UX/Product teams to translate designs into pixel‑perfect, accessible, and responsive user interfaces that delight customers.
• Evaluate new frontend tooling and libraries, proactively introducing modern patterns (e.g., hydration optimization, server actions, edge rendering) to raise engineering quality.
• Lead technical investigations and resolution of critical production issues or systemic challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement in code quality, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability practices.
• Champion a culture of engineering through peer reviews, design validations, and performance tuning.
• Serve as a technical mentor and role model to senior and staff engineers across the organization.
• Support the development of career paths and learning roadmaps for engineers.
• Provide critical feedback and coaching in architectural thinking, systems design, and technical decision‑making.
• Act as a bridge between individual contributors and leadership to translate strategic goals into executable work.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across Product, Data, UX, and Infrastructure to align technical solutions with business priorities.
• Influence company‑wide technology strategy through deep expertise and thought leadership.
• Drive planning and execution for strategic projects and platform evolutions.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both engineering and non‑technical stakeholders, building alignment and trust.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent practical experience is also accepted.
• At least 7‑10 years of professional software development experience, with a strong track record in architecting and building modern front‑end web applications.
• Expertise in React and Next.js is required, with a deep understanding of component architecture, state management, rendering strategies (CSR, SSR, ISR), and hydration.
• Hands‑on experience implementing BFF solutions and working with GraphQL/REST APIs.
• Strong performance mindset with a proven ability to optimize Core Web Vitals (LCP, FID, CLS), lazy loading, bundle splitting, and Lighthouse metrics.
• Practical knowledge of caching strategies (CDN, edge caching, revalidation) and how they affect scalability and user experience.
• Experience with Vercel, or similar platforms like Netlify or Cloudflare Pages, including edge functions, smart routing, and build optimizations.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and web accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on high‑complexity projects while providing architectural input and technical mentorship across teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain technical trade‑offs and collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Agile development experience is preferred, with a focus on rapid iteration, testing, and CI/CD workflows.

Why Join this Opportunity

• Hardware Provision: Company‑issued laptop on your first day.
• Government‑mandated Benefits (SSS, PAG‑IBIG, PhilHealth).
• 13th Month Pay.
• Paid Leaves with flexible usage.
• Internet Subsidy.
• HMO Coverage with up to 2 dependents.
• Maternity, Paternity, and Solo Parent Benefit.
• Continuous Learning and Professional Development Benefit.
• Mental Health Support through mental health days, 24/7 counseling, and webinars.
• Company Incentive: Additional cash‑based perk based on performance.
• Meeting and Team Building Allowance.
• Shutdown Week: One additional week of paid time off on top of paid leaves.
• Volunteer Time Off: Two paid days for volunteering.
• Bereavement Leave: Additional paid leave for bereavement.

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