Lead Frontend Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Miami (FL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead Frontend Engineer to architect and build cutting-edge fintech applications. This remote role offers the chance to work with modern technologies like SvelteKit and Svelte 5, shaping the future of securities trading platforms. You'll collaborate with a high-performing team to create intuitive user experiences and real-time interfaces, all while tackling complex challenges in a fast-paced environment. If you're a senior developer eager to make a significant impact in FinTech, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with SvelteKit and modern frontend frameworks.
• Strong background in building real-time data visualization interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve modern frontend architecture using SvelteKit.
• Design and implement high-performance real-time interfaces.

Skills

SvelteKit

Svelte 5

JavaScript

Tailwind CSS

Data Visualization

PostgreSQL

Web3 Integrations

Real-time Data Pipelines

CI/CD

TypeScript

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 a unique 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 the challenge of 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
• Drive technical excellence through collaboration with cross-functional teams, especially backend and blockchain developers
• Shape architectural decisions focusing on performance optimization, scalability, and future-proof solutions

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)
• Familiar with PostgreSQL or real-time data pipelines (e.g., Kafka, Redis)
• Built JavaScript libraries or contributed significantly to open-source projects
• Extensive experience with modern frontend frameworks, particularly 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
• Web3 ecosystem experience, including crypto wallet integrations and DeFi platforms
• Track record in 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 exceeds typical 9–5 expectations—we're seeking an exceptional front-end engineer who will build, own, and deliver world-class products while collaborating with our talented, close-knit team.