Senior Front-End Architect - Digital UX & React

Socket.dev; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a senior front-end architect to lead UI/UX architecture for complex web platforms. You will shape architecture, patterns, and governance for modern React applications, Azure-hosted deployments, and headless CMS integrations.

The role emphasizes performance, accessibility, security, and modular design, coordinating with teams and vendors to modernize legacy environments while meeting organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in web application architecture or related field.
• Experience across SDLC/PLC in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and accessibility.
• Experience with Azure-hosted patterns, CMS/headless CMS platforms, APIs, and security considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide UI/UX architectural leadership for web platforms.
• Define front-end architecture patterns and governance.
• Coordinate technical implementation with internal teams and vendors.
• Support 24x7 on-call services as required.

Skills

React

JavaScript/TypeScript

HTML

CSS

Figma

Responsive design

Accessibility standards

SDLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/related field

Combination of education and experience may be considered

Tools

Azure-hosted solutions

CMS/headless CMS

Microfrontends

CI/CD practices

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a senior front-end architect to lead UI/UX architecture for complex web platforms. You will shape architecture, patterns, and governance for modern React applications, Azure-hosted deployments, and headless CMS integrations.

The role emphasizes performance, accessibility, security, and modular design, coordinating with teams and vendors to modernize legacy environments while meeting organizational goals.