Lead Web Engineer - Frontend Captain (React/Next.js)

Paramount+; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

Paramount+ seeks a Lead Software Engineer in Burbank, CA, to lead the technical direction for frontend projects across its platforms. The role involves mentoring engineers, leading high-impact projects, and improving code quality and performance. Ideal candidates have at least 7 years of web application development experience, deep knowledge of JavaScript, React, and modern frontend architecture. Competitive salary range is $157,000 - $200,000 with attractive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in web application development.
• 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership role.
• Deep understanding of web performance and frontend architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical planning and delivery of frontend features for Paramount+.
• Build and maintain high-quality React and Next.js applications.
• Mentor a team of engineers and drive web performance optimization.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Next.js

GraphQL

Object Oriented Programming

Web Performance Optimization

CI/CD Pipelines

Testing Discipline

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Cypress

Job description

Paramount+ seeks a Lead Software Engineer in Burbank, CA, to lead the technical direction for frontend projects across its platforms. The role involves mentoring engineers, leading high-impact projects, and improving code quality and performance. Ideal candidates have at least 7 years of web application development experience, deep knowledge of JavaScript, React, and modern frontend architecture. Competitive salary range is $157,000 - $200,000 with attractive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition assistance.