Sr Frontend Developer, React - Chennai

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Frontend Engineer with strong expertise in building scalable and high-performance web applications using React. The ideal candidate will lead frontend development efforts, define UI architecture, mentor team members, and deliver seamless user experiences across modern web platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of scalable frontend applications using React.js

Architect reusable UI components and front-end libraries for future use

Collaborate with UX/UI designers, backend developers, and product teams

Translate business requirements into high-quality, responsive user interfaces

Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance

Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness

Implement state management solutions (Redux, Context API, etc.)

Integrate RESTful APIs / GraphQL services with frontend applications

Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code

Conduct code reviews and enforce frontend best practices

Mentor junior and mid-level developers

Drive frontend technical decisions and improvements

Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives)

Required Skills & Qualifications:

7+ years of experience in frontend development

Strong expertise in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern ES6+ features

Extensive experience with React.js and its ecosystem

Deep understanding of component-based architecture

Experience with state management tools (Redux, MobX, or Context API)

Strong knowledge of REST APIs / GraphQL integration

Experience with build tools like Webpack, Vite, Babel

Familiarity with version control systems like Git

Good understanding of responsive design and UI/UX principles

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Preferred Skills:

Experience with TypeScript

Knowledge of testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Exposure to micro frontend architecture

Performance tuning and frontend optimization techniques

Leadership Expectations (Senior Role):

Define and drive frontend architecture standards

Mentor and guide development teams

Review and improve code quality across the team

Contribute to technical roadmap and innovation

Take ownership of end-to-end frontend delivery

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking

Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Strong ownership and accountability