Lead React Developer

Summary

Join AAPC as a Lead React Developer to spearhead front-end development, mentor a team, and set technical direction. This remote role requires expertise in React, TypeScript, Next.js, and integration with headless CMS and eCommerce platforms. Responsibilities include defining best practices, architecting applications, writing efficient code, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of React development experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to code quality and testing. AAPC offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of React development experience with a strong understanding of hooks, context, and performance optimizations
• Proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), Next.js (v14.x+), and Storybook
• Expertise in integrating with RESTful APIs & GraphQL
• Experience working with headless CMS (Contentful)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and Jira
• Strong understanding of responsive design, accessibility (WCAG), and modern front-end tooling (Webpack, Turbopack, NPM)
• Experience in CI/CD pipelines, Git version control (Github), and automated testing
• Excellent problem-solving skills, communication, and ability to lead a team
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining the ability to grasp abstract concepts and the broader strategic vision

Responsibilities

• Define and implement best practices in front-end development, ensuring scalable, high-performing web applications
• Set technical direction and architecture for React-based applications, integrating with headless CMS and eCommerce platforms
• Stay ahead of industry trends and proactively recommend improvements to technology and processes
• Architect, develop, and maintain React applications with Next.js
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in TypeScript and JavaScript
• Optimize applications for performance, accessibility, and scalability
• Work closely with UX/UI designers to translate designs into seamless user experiences
• Lead and mentor front-end developers, conducting code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability within the team
• Work cross-functionally with product owners, marketing, UX designers, and backend developers to align development goals
• Ensure high code quality through unit and integration tests
• Establish code review standards and enforce best practices in Git workflows
• Debug and resolve complex technical issues with an analytical approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with leveraging search platforms (Algolia)
• CRM (HubSpot, Salesforce) integrations
• Prior BigCommerce enterprise-level project experience is a strong plus
• Familiarity with A/B testing (VWO), analytics (Google), and performance monitoring tools (New Relic)
• Experience working with a CDP (Rudderstack)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) retirement plan