Front-End Software Engineer (React + Vite)

Peskind Executive Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruiting firm is looking for a Front-End Software Engineer in Houston, Texas. You will lead architectural decisions and mentor teams while developing high-performance web applications using React and TypeScript. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and experience with APIs and responsive design principles.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in TypeScript and modern front-end frameworks.
• Experience integrating APIs, including GraphQL.
• Solid grasp of responsive design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced React applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable TypeScript code.

Skills

TypeScript

React

APIs (GraphQL)

State management (zustand)

Responsive design

Performance optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Vite

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented Front-End Software Engineer to lead technical innovation within their web application ecosystem. In this role, you will drive architectural decisions, mentor team members, and deliver high-performance, scalable single-page applications that redefine user experience and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement advanced React applications using cutting-edge front-end technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy scalable web solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable TypeScript code.
• Ensure web applications are responsive, accessible, and adhere to modern design principles.
• Integrate with and consume APIs, including GraphQL APIs.
• Leverage tools like react-query/tanstack for data management and zustand for state management.
• Customize and implement UI components using libraries like shadcn/ui.
• Drive continuous improvement of front-end development processes, tools, and workflows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven expertise in TypeScript and modern front-end frameworks, tools, and libraries.
• Proficiency in writing modular, reusable, and well-documented code.
• Strong understanding of component-based architecture and state management patterns.
• Experience integrating and working with APIs, including GraphQL.
• Deep knowledge of performance optimization, debugging, and scalability challenges.
• Solid grasp of responsive design principles and accessibility standards.
• Track record of leading complex projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding engineering teams.
• Advanced expertise in GraphQL development and query optimization.
• Hands-on experience with build tools like Vite, including performance optimizations.
• Knowledge of unit and integration testing frameworks for front-end applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and front-end deployment strategies.