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Frontend Architect - NEXT.JS

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Overview We are looking for an experienced Frontend Technical Architect to lead the architecture and front-end strategy for our composable commerce platform implementation and transformation projects. This is a hands-on technical role that combines defining technical direction, leading implementation efforts, and mentoring a talented team of developers. This is a role for someone who excels at the intersection of technology leadership, hands-on coding, and strategic collaboration.

You will partner with cross-functional teams including strategy, design, and backend engineering. You will demonstrate advanced expertise in React, Next.js, GraphQL, and TypeScript, along with a background in delivering enterprise-scale, composable ecommerce architectures. Proficiency with headless CMS platforms and experience designing and implementing API abstractions will be essential for success in this position. This is a remote position reporting to AVP, Front End Development.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of React/Next.js headless frontend architecture supporting SSR, SSG, and ISR rendering strategies

Architect and develop reusable React component libraries, design system integration, tokenization, and design-to-code workflows

Implement Next.js optimization techniques including code splitting, lazy loading, and bundle optimization

Design micro frontend architecture using monorepos and data layer abstractions

Architect and develop GraphQL integration layers connecting frontend to commerce platforms and third-party services

Design type-safe GraphQL integration with generated types and schema validation

Work with backend engineers to develop multi-layered caching strategies, focusing on the GraphQL and Next.js application layers

Establish GraphQL best practices for query optimization and performance monitoring

Implement TypeScript-first development practices ensuring type safety across the entire frontend stack

Establish coding standards for maintainable, scalable React/Next.js applications

Leverage modern build tools including Webpack, Vite, or similar module bundlers

Create and deploy npm packages for shared components and utilities

Promote performance metrics using tree shaking, dead code elimination, and asset bundling and optimization best practices

Lead headless commerce integration strategy with existing commerce platforms

Design API-first approaches ensuring clean separation between frontend and backend systems

Partner with backend developers and business analysts to ensure APIs support requirements and optimal performance

Implement third-party service integrations for enhanced commerce functionality

Architect solutions for mobile-first responsive design with optimal performance across devices

Ensure accessibility compliance and in-depth knowledge of WCAG standards adherence

Optimize Core Web Vitals and page load times through advanced performance techniques

Implement modern web standards and security best practices

Mentor development teams while maintaining active hands-on development involvement

Be the technical point of contact for our teams and external stakeholders

Solve complex implementation challenges, both independently and collaboratively

Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and delivery schedules

Ensure security, accessibility, performance, and front-end best practices are applied

Required Qualifications

8+ years of frontend development experience with 5+ years in React and Next.js

Expert-level proficiency in React, Next.js (SSR/SSG/ISR), and modern JavaScript/TypeScript

Deep GraphQL expertise including Apollo Client/Server, schema design, and performance optimization

Track record delivering high-performance, scalable web applications with measurable performance improvements

Experience with headless commerce or composable architecture implementations

Hands-on leadership experience leading technical teams while maintaining active development involvement

Performance optimization expertise with expertise improving Core Web Vitals and page load times

In-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and WCAG compliance

Technical Stack & Tools

Core Technologies: React, Next.js, GraphQL, TypeScript, JavaScript

Build & Deployment: Webpack, Vite, npm package management, monorepo architectures

Rendering Strategies: Server-Side Rendering (SSR), Static Site Generation (SSG), Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR)

Data Management: Apollo Client/Server, GraphQL schema design, multi-layer caching

Architecture: Micro-frontends, composable commerce, headless CMS integration

Standards: WCAG accessibility, modern web standards, security best practices

Location USA - Remote - Illinois

Time Type Full time

Contract Type Permanent

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

401k

Flexible paid time off

At least 15 paid holidays per year

Paid sick and safe leave

Paid parental leave

Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We also provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. For accommodation requests, please contact ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com.

EEO and Accommodation We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and accommodating individuals with disabilities as required by law.

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