Senior Front-End Architect | Racedog Technologies | Jersey City, NJ

RaceDog Technologies; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Racedog Technologies in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Senior Front-End Architect to lead the enterprise web engineering team on a full-time onsite basis. You will define modern web application architectures, set frontend governance standards, and build scalable, high-performance user interfaces.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years of software experience, deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React and Angular, and a proven track record in enterprise UI design and frontend leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology
• 12+ years of professional software development experience
• 5+ years in front-end architecture roles
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3/Sass
• Experience with ReactJS, Next.js, Angular
• Knowledge of Webpack, Vite, CI/CD pipelines, testing suites

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop scalable enterprise web applications with modern JS/TS frameworks.
• Set frontend governance standards, component libraries, and design systems.
• Optimize performance, accessibility, bundle sizes, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Lead architecture reviews, code audits, and technical direction for frontend teams.
• Collaborate with UX/UI, backend APIs, and product managers.
• Integrate frontend apps with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices.
• Mentor senior frontend engineers and promote technical excellence.
• Participate in agile planning, backlog grooming, and release readiness.
• Create architecture blueprints, coding guidelines, and documentation.

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and experienced Senior Front-End Architect to join our enterprise web engineering team on a full-time onsite basis in Jersey City, NJ, via Racedog Technologies. In this critical frontend leadership role, you will be responsible for defining modern web application architectures, setting frontend governance standards, and building scalable, high-performance user interfaces. The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of professional software engineering experience, deep mastery in modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks (React, Angular), and extensive expertise in enterprise UI design. If you possess a distinguished background in frontend architecture, we invite you to apply.

Detailed Job Description

As a Senior Front-End Architect in Jersey City, NJ via Racedog Technologies, you will serve as the principal technical authority responsible for directing frontend technology strategy across mission-critical web applications. Your daily responsibilities will encompass architecting component libraries, optimizing web performance, establishing design systems, and mentoring frontend engineering squads. You will collaborate closely with UI/UX designers, backend architects, and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop scalable, high-performance enterprise web applications using modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks (React, Angular).
• Establish frontend architecture standards, reusable component libraries, design systems, and code quality governance.
• Optimize web application performance, rendering speed, bundle sizes, accessibility (WCAG), and cross-browser compatibility.
• Lead architectural reviews, code audits, and technical direction for multidisciplinary frontend engineering teams.
• Collaborate proactively with UX/UI designers, backend API developers, and product managers.
• Integrate modern frontend applications with secure RESTful APIs, GraphQL endpoints, and microservices architectures.
• Implement robust state management, client-side security baselines, and automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress).
• Mentor senior frontend engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Participate in agile sprint planning, technical backlog grooming, and release readiness reviews.
• Author comprehensive architecture blueprints, frontend coding guidelines, and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 12+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 5+ years in front-end architecture roles.
• Deep technical proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, and modern frameworks (ReactJS, Next.js, Angular).
• Proven practical experience building large-scale enterprise web applications with complex state management and responsive design.
• Strong working knowledge of Webpack, Vite, CI/CD pipelines, and automated frontend testing suites.
• Outstanding analytical problem-solving, stakeholder management, and cross-functional communication capabilities.
• Mandatory residency/work authorization: Ability to operate fully onsite in Jersey City, NJ.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Developer or advanced frontend accreditations.
• Prior professional experience within financial services, fintech, or enterprise SaaS platforms.
• Familiarity with micro-frontend architectures and server-side rendering (SSR).
• Immediate availability for onsite mobilization in Jersey City.

Application Information

• Recruiter: Racedog Technologies / Technical Staffing Division
• Contact Name: Raju Varma (Account Manager / Sr. Recruiter)
• Email: [e-mail]
• Salary/Rate: Competitive market rate
• Deadline: Immediate
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days
• Contract Duration: Full Time / Permanent

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Senior Front-End Architect position with Racedog Technologies, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your React/TypeScript enterprise portfolio, your performance optimization achievements, and your architectural leadership background.