Senior Front-End Engineer (React / Next.js)

EPITEC; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

EPITEC in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Senior Front-End Engineer to join a collaborative product development team building modern, scalable enterprise web apps using React, Next.js, and TypeScript.

You will work with product owners, UX designers, and back-end developers to design, develop, test, and deploy responsive UI with accessible, high-quality interfaces. This role emphasizes AI-assisted development tools and a hybrid onsite schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 6+ years of software development experience.
• 4+ years hands-on with React, Next.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3.
• Experience developing enterprise web applications.
• Strong understanding of responsive design and modern UI/UX principles.
• Experience with automated testing using Playwright.
• Agile development experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable front-end applications using React and Next.js.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and user needs.
• Build responsive, accessible interfaces with strong user experiences.
• Create prototypes and interactive designs to support product development.
• Develop reusable components and maintain enterprise design standards.
• Implement automated UI and end-to-end testing with Playwright.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and accessibility.
• Work with architects to align with enterprise guidelines.
• Troubleshoot defects and continuously improve quality.
• Stay current with frontend technologies and best practices.
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to improve productivity and code quality.

Skills

React

Next.js

JavaScript/TypeScript

HTML5

CSS3

Redux Toolkit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

Redux Toolkit

Context API

Zustand

React Query/TanStack Query

Job description

• Experience developing enterprise web applications.
• Redux Toolkit

Location: Dearborn, MI

Hybrid Schedule: Onsite Monday through Thursday

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract, W2

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Senior Front-End Engineer to join a collaborative product development team focused on building modern, scalable, and user-centric web applications. This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences, solving complex business problems, and leveraging modern front-end technologies to deliver high-quality enterprise solutions.

You will work closely with product owners, UX designers, architects, and back-end developers to design, develop, test, and deploy responsive web applications using React, Next.js, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable front-end applications using React and Next.js.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, user pain points, and desired outcomes.
• Build responsive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces that provide exceptional user experiences.
• Create prototypes, mockups, and interactive designs to support product development initiatives.
• Develop reusable components and maintain consistency with enterprise design standards.
• Implement automated UI and end-to-end testing using Playwright.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and adherence to accessibility standards.
• Partner with architects and development teams to align with enterprise architecture guidelines.
• Troubleshoot issues, resolve defects, and continuously improve application quality.
• Stay current with emerging front-end technologies, frameworks, and development best practices.
• Utilize AI-powered development tools such as GitHub Copilot or Microsoft Copilot to improve productivity and code quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 6+ years of software development experience.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with:
  • React
  • Next.js
  • JavaScript/TypeScript
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
• Experience developing enterprise web applications.
• Strong understanding of responsive design and modern UI/UX principles.
• Experience with automated testing using Playwright.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and cross-browser compatibility.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with monorepo architectures.
• Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) experience.
• Experience with state management solutions such as:
  • Redux Toolkit
  • Context API
  • Zustand
  • React Query/TanStack Query
• Experience with Next.js App Router, Server Components, and modern routing patterns.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

AI Experience Required

Candidates should have a solid understanding of basic AI concepts and practical experience using AI-assisted development tools for at least six months.

Examples Include

• GitHub Copilot
• Microsoft Copilot
• AI-assisted code generation
• Test creation and automation
• Code review support
• Documentation generation
• Development productivity enhancements

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated front-end engineer who combines strong technical expertise with a customer-first mindset. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are passionate about delivering intuitive and engaging user experiences. You are comfortable working across teams and can effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.