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

Baird; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baird is seeking an experienced Software Developer for Baird Online (BOL), delivering secure, scalable web and mobile experiences. You’ll build client-facing solutions and work in an Agile environment with a collaborative DevOps culture, grounded in modern front-end practices with React and Next.js.

Based in Milwaukee or Madison, the role emphasizes cross-team collaboration, design and testing, and continuous improvement for a high-visibility client portal.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated software development experience.
• Experience building and supporting .NET applications across multiple tiers.
• Hands-on experience developing modern front-end solutions with React and Next.js.
• Experience with SQL Server and database technologies.
• Strong collaboration with stakeholders in an Agile/Lean environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, refactor and enhance readable, testable, extensible and maintainable software for Baird Online web and mobile experiences with limited guidance.
• Apply software development principles and best practices, including SOLID, DRY and single-responsibility principles, while building scalable front-end solutions using React, Next.js and related web technologies.
• Diagnose and resolve application issues across the client portal experience, create thorough development tests and write unit and component tests while identifying opportunities to improve functionality, reliability, performance, accessibility and maintainability.
• Use API, SQL and database concepts to support digital client solutions, translate tactical business needs into technical approaches and implement changes through Baird’s release management process.
• Estimate small to medium-sized user stories for Baird Online enhancements and break work into clear, manageable tasks that make progress visible.
• Prioritize the highest-value work for PWM clients and internal stakeholders, using available information to collaborate on timely decisions.
• Identify and help manage risks, issues, dependencies and milestones for a client-facing digital platform while applying craftsmanship practices such as pairing, code reviews and unit testing.

Skills

React

Next.js

C#

MVC

ASP.NET

Web API

REST APIs

SQL Server

Frontend development

Accessibility

Agile/Lean

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering preferred

Tools

Azure

Job description

Baird is seeking an experienced Software Developer for Baird Online (BOL), delivering secure, scalable web and mobile experiences. You’ll build client-facing solutions and work in an Agile environment with a collaborative DevOps culture, grounded in modern front-end practices with React and Next.js.

Based in Milwaukee or Madison, the role emphasizes cross-team collaboration, design and testing, and continuous improvement for a high-visibility client portal.