Lead Frontend Developer

Applied Resource Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a Lead Software Developer with expertise in Sitecore to guide enterprise applications and digital platforms. You will lead the design and development of Sitecore-based solutions and foster technical growth within the team. This role involves collaborating across various systems to ensure robust digital experiences that meet business needs. Ideal candidates will possess 6–8 years of software development experience and a strong background in CMS platforms.

Qualifications

• Typically 6–8+ years in software development.
• Demonstrated leadership on enterprise web platforms.
• Strong background in CMS and digital experience platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex Sitecore-based applications.
• Translate business and marketing requirements into scalable digital experiences.
• Provide after‑hours support for high‑priority systems when needed.

Skills

Sitecore XM Cloud expertise

Headless CMS architecture

React

Next.js

API-first development

Microservices knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Lead Software Developer (Sitecore / Headless / Cloud)

Role Overview

This position provides senior technical leadership for enterprise application and digital platform initiatives, with a strong focus on Sitecore-based solutions and modern headless architectures.

The Lead Developer will guide complex development efforts, influence platform strategy, and ensure high-quality delivery across content, commerce, and integration systems. This role combines hands‑on engineering with mentoring, architectural input, and delivery ownership.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex Sitecore-based applications
• Build and maintain headless solutions using Sitecore XM Cloud and Sitecore JSS
• Translate business and marketing requirements into scalable digital experiences
• Serve as technical authority for Sitecore architecture and integrations
• Conduct code reviews and enforce development standards
• Partner with architecture and product teams on system design and roadmaps
• Define testing strategies and quality assurance processes
• Troubleshoot critical production issues and act as escalation lead
• Support platform upgrades and vendor evaluations
• Maintain technical documentation and solution designs
• Promote secure coding practices and compliance standards
• Provide after‑hours support for high‑priority systems when needed
• Share best practices and technical knowledge across teams
• Mentor junior and mid‑level Sitecore developers
• Provide technical coaching and performance feedback
• Support hiring, onboarding, and skills development
• Foster collaboration and delivery accountability
• Help set and monitor individual and team goals

Delivery & Business Impact

• Lead major digital initiatives with minimal supervision
• Influence technical priorities and modernization efforts
• Improve development efficiency and system reliability
• Drive continuous improvement across teams

Technical Leadership Expectations

• Provide hands‑on guidance for complex Sitecore implementations
• Lead architectural decisions for headless and composable platforms
• Resolve cross‑system performance and integration issues
• Establish coding, documentation, and deployment standards
• Evaluate and implement new tools and frameworks

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Typically 6–8+ years in software development
• Demonstrated leadership on enterprise web platforms
• Strong background in CMS and digital experience platforms
• Experience working in complex, multi‑system environments

Required Technical Skills

• Strong expertise with Sitecore XM Cloud and headless CMS architecture
• Experience with Sitecore JSS and API‑first development
• Advanced proficiency in React, Next.js, and modern front‑end frameworks
• Experience with MACH and composable DXP strategies
• Familiarity with cloud hosting platforms and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of microservices and integration patterns