Lead Frontend Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aventura (FL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment company is seeking a Lead Frontend Engineer to join a remote team focused on innovative fintech applications. The position involves building cutting-edge user interfaces using SvelteKit, crafting real-time solutions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to optimize performance and scalability.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, trading, or security-sensitive applications.
• Extensive experience with modern frontend frameworks.
• Proven track record in open-source contributions or JavaScript library development.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve modern frontend architecture using SvelteKit and Svelte 5.
• Design and implement high-performance real-time interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence.

Skills

SvelteKit

Svelte 5

Real-time data visualization

Frontend architecture

Tailwind CSS

PostgreSQL

Web3 integrations

Job description

Job Description: Octagon Talent Solutions is a full-service technology recruitment and staffing company based in South Florida. We humanize technical recruitment by identifying candidates' long-term career goals and assessing cultural fit when presenting opportunities. Our focus on long-term relationships helps ensure lasting placements.

JOB OVERVIEW:

We're seeking a Lead Frontend Engineer to join our client's team in a remote position. This role offers an opportunity to architect and build cutting-edge fintech applications using modern technologies like SvelteKit and Svelte 5. As part of a high-performing engineering team, you'll shape the future of securities trading platforms through innovative front-end solutions while working on complex distributed systems that demand technical excellence. This position combines creative front-end development with building real-time, high-stakes financial applications—ideal for a senior developer eager to make a significant impact in FinTech.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own and evolve modern frontend architecture using SvelteKit and Svelte 5, ensuring scalable and maintainable codebases.
• Design and implement high-performance real-time interfaces, including dynamic charts, data tables, and live metrics dashboards.
• Develop and maintain a robust design system leveraging Tailwind, ShadCN, and Bits-ui to ensure consistent, accessible user experiences.
• Create secure and intuitive user flows, including authentication, dashboards, and complex forms.
• Engineer efficient data visualization solutions that transform complex blockchain and backend data into user-friendly interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, especially backend and blockchain developers, to drive technical excellence.
• Shape architectural decisions focusing on performance, scalability, and future-proofing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in finance, trading, or security-sensitive applications.
• Experience with crypto wallets, Web3 integrations, or DeFi platforms.
• Worked on community-focused platforms (user profiles, social features, dashboards).
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL or real-time data pipelines (Kafka, Redis).
• Built JavaScript libraries or contributed to open-source projects.
• Extensive experience with modern frontend frameworks, especially SvelteKit and Svelte 5.
• Proficiency in building real-time data visualization interfaces and dynamic dashboards.
• Strong background with Tailwind CSS, ShadCN, and Bits-ui component libraries.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and real-time data pipelines (Kafka, Redis).
• Proven track record in open-source contributions or JavaScript library development.

DOMAIN EXPERIENCE:

• Background in community-focused platforms, including user profiles and social features.
• Experience in the Web3 ecosystem, including crypto wallet integrations and DeFi platforms.
• Track record of developing security-sensitive applications or financial platforms.

ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SKILLS (RECOMMENDED):

• Experience with WebSocket protocols for real-time data streaming.
• Knowledge of frontend performance optimization and bundle size management.
• Familiarity with TypeScript and modern build tools.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices.

Our client's team maintains a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role requires building, owning, and delivering world-class products while collaborating closely with a talented team.