Ui Lead

Nisum; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California is seeking an experienced UI Lead who will design and deliver scalable web applications using React.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in both front-end and server-side development with proven leadership experience. This role offers competitive compensation ranging from $130K to $140K per year.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in web application development, including 3+ years in a lead/architect role.
• Hands-on expertise in front-end technologies.
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring UI development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex web applications.
• Architect and implement front-end frameworks and reusable components.
• Optimize application performance and maintainability.

Skills

React.js

TypeScript

GraphQL

JavaScript (ES6+)

Node.js

HTML5

CSS3/SASS

Unit testing

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Webpack

Docker

AWS

Job description

We are looking for an experienced UI Lead with strong expertise in React.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL, who can design and deliver scalable, performant, and maintainable web applications. The ideal candidate should possess solid experience across both front-end and server-side development, providing end-to-end technical leadership — from architecture and design to deployment and team mentorship.

What you’ll do

• Lead the design and development of complex, high-performance web applications using React.js and TypeScript.
• Architect and implement front-end frameworks, reusable components, and modular design patterns.
• Integrate GraphQL and RESTful services for seamless communication between front-end and backend layers.
• Contribute to server-side development using Node.js (or related technologies) to enable full-stack ownership.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability across browsers and devices.
• Collaborate with backend, DevOps, and product teams to design efficient APIs and data workflows.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure compliance with performance and accessibility standards.
• Review code, mentor developers, and uphold high-quality engineering standards.
• Participate in sprint planning, architecture discussions, and technical design reviews.
• Stay current with evolving front-end frameworks, build tools, and cloud-based development practices.

What you know

• 8+ years of experience in web application development, including 3+ years in a lead/architect role.
• Hands-on expertise in:
• React.js, Redux, React Hooks, Context API
• TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+)
• GraphQL (Apollo Client/Server preferred)
• HTML5, CSS3/SASS, and responsive design frameworks (e.g., Tailwind, Material UI)
• Working knowledge of Node.js, Express.js, or similar frameworks for server-side development.
• Strong understanding of front-end build pipelines and tools (Webpack, Babel, NPM/Yarn, Git).
• Experience in RESTful and GraphQL API integration, caching, and state management.
• Proficiency in unit testing and automation tools (Jest, Cypress, Playwright, etc).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud deployment environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring UI development teams.

Preferred skills

• Exposure to Next.js or SSR (Server-Side Rendering) frameworks.
• Experience with micro front-end architecture and modular UI delivery.
• Knowledge of performance monitoring and observability tools (e.g., New Relic, Datadog).
• Understanding of authentication/authorization flows (OAuth, JWT).
• Experience in Agile and DevOps environments.

Soft skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ownership mindset with a focus on quality and delivery excellence.
• Ability to balance hands-on coding with strategic technical leadership.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Compensation Band

$130K - $140K per year