Frontend Lead (React.js & React Native)

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead frontend development across web and mobile platforms.
• Define and implement frontend architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
• Lead and mentor React.js and React Native developers.
• Drive technical design discussions and architecture decisions.
• Develop scalable, high-performance web applications using React.js and Next.js.
• Oversee Android and iOS application development using React Native.
• Manage sprint planning, task estimation, code reviews, and delivery tracking.
• Ensure application performance, security, scalability, and quality.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines and production releases for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, UI/UX Designers, Backend Developers, and QA teams.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience in React.js, Next.js, and React Native.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.
• Experience with Redux, Redux Toolkit, Context API, and React Query.
• Understanding of SSR, SSG, API Routes, and Middleware.
• Experience with REST APIs, JWT, OAuth, and secure data handling.
• Knowledge of Android and iOS application architecture.
• Experience with Jest and React Native Testing Library.
• Hands-on experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with Node.js / Express.js.
• Knowledge of native Android (Java/Kotlin) or iOS (Swift).
• Experience with Firebase, Android Studio, and Xcode.
• Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience integrating AI/Generative AI features.
• Banking, FinTech, Payments, or Enterprise application experience.

Leadership Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a Technical Lead or Engineering Management role.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring frontend development teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to independently manage both web and mobile development teams.