Lead JavaScript Engineer

Archer; United States; Remote; USD 138,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

8 weeks parental leave

Internet reimbursement

Professional development budget

Wellness programs

Job summary

Excella is seeking a Lead Consultant to deliver high-quality software solutions for commercial and government clients. You will provide technical leadership, mentor teammates, and ensure agile practices align with client needs.

You'll guide project execution, collaborate with stakeholders, and advocate modern technologies. Strong JS/TS skills, experience with Node/Express, and RESTful APIs are essential. This role offers remote work flexibility in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience building accessible web applications following WCAG guidelines.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills with React or Angular experience.
• Proficiency with automated tests (Jest/RTL) and E2E frameworks (Cypress, Puppeteer, Selenium).
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and Git-based workflows.
• Experience leading teams in consulting or technical environments.
• Secure coding practices and server-side JS with Node/Express.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of software solutions for commercial and government clients.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to the team.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to align solutions with business goals.
• Ensure coding, architecture, and Agile best practices are followed.
• Conduct code reviews and promote adoption of new technologies.
• Drive continuous improvement across teams and projects.

Skills

6+ years of software development

JavaScript

TypeScript

Angular

React

Web accessibility (WCAG)

Jest / React Testing Library

Cypress / Puppeteer / Selenium

Agile methodologies

RESTful APIs

Git workflows

Node / Express.js

Full-stack development

Mentoring / leadership

Tools

Jest

React Testing Library

Cypress

Puppeteer

Selenium

Node

Express.js

Git

Job description

Archer is collaborating with Excella to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Excella is a transformative technology firm that helps organizations unlock new possibilities. We believe the key to helping clients challenge the status quo and reach new heights lies in our talented people. That’s why we’re committed to developing talent and providing opportunities for career growth at every stage. Join our collaborative team dedicated to solving complex problems with sustainable solutions while building your future as a leader. At Excella, you’re empowered to make lasting impact, turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s mission successes.

• Workplace locations look different for everyone. Excellians are a distributed workforce and whether you're working from your home office or a client site, we support a flexible work/life integration regardless of your location.
• We offer top of industry medical, dental, and vision benefits with multiple options to choose from such as an employer-contributed health savings account, infertility coverage, and orthodontia so you can select the plan that works best for you.
• Regardless of what stage of life you’re in, Excella wants to support you. We provide 8 weeks of Parental Leave, discounted pet insurance, and a Care.com membership with 3 back‑up emergency child or elder care days annually – all available to you on your first day.
• Starting day one, every employee is bonus eligible and receives 15 days of paid vacation, 6 federal holidays, and 4 floating holidays.
• Doing your best work means having the best tools! Excella’s TechEleX program provides you with multiple options to suit your technology needs. Choose between a variety of Mac or PC devices, and to ensure your hardware remains current, at the end of a 3‑year period Excella will replace your existing computer with a new model from the program. Plus, we’ll even give you the original device to keep for your personal use!
• With Excella’s Annual Internet Reimbursement benefit, all employees receive an additional $25 per month to help offset the cost of internet access. This initiative reflects our commitment to supporting you in staying connected and productive, no matter where you work.
• We'll invest in your career by providing 3 days of paid professional development every year, including an allowance for registration fees to attend classes, conferences, or obtain professional certifications.
• We encourage mindfulness and overall well-being through employee wellness events, a HeadSpace membership, as well as access to TalkSpace and mental health coverage through our medical plans.

Overview

As a Lead Consultant at Excella, you will not only develop high-quality software solutions but also provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members. You will guide project execution, ensuring alignment with client needs while upholding best practices in software development. Your ability to communicate effectively and lead within an Agile environment will be crucial to delivering impactful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of software solutions for commercial and government clients using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance, fostering professional growth within the team.
• Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Ensure best practices in coding, architecture, and Agile methodologies are followed.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain high code quality.
• Advocate for the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams and projects.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software development, with a strong technical foundation.
• Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, and experience with frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Experience working within Web Content Accessibility Guidelines to ensure optimum accessibility standards are met for users
• Proficiency working with automated test suites such as Jest and React Testing Library
• Experience with E2E test frameworks including Cypress, Puppeteer, and Selenium
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and best practices.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring developers in a consulting or technical environment.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Proficiency in Git-based workflows and software development lifecycle management.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge in implementing secure programming practices
• Experience working with server‑side JavaScript environments and frameworks such as Node and Express.js
• Experience in full‑stack development including asynchronous, parallel, and non‑blocking programming techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of SQL, NoSQL and/or Document‑based storage systems
• Understanding of trunk‑based development practices such as using feature flags
• Knowledge in instrumenting an application for observability
• Experience with DevOps and Continuous Delivery tools like Jenkins, Codeship, TeamCity, Vagrant, Puppet, Chef, TravisCI, GoCD or similar
• Familiarity using GenAI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Github CoPilot

Pay Range

$138,000—$189,000 USD

Excella is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Excella is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact [e-mail] or 703‑840‑8600.

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