Lead Frontend Developer React.js / Next.js

Job Description

Lead Frontend Developer (React.js / Next.js)

Experience Required : 5-8 Years

Location : (Hybrid / Onsite)

Type : Full-Time

Role Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Frontend Developer with a strong command over React.js and at least 3-4 years of hands-on experience with Next.js. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of JavaScript, DOM manipulation, Redux, Webpack, and REST APIs using both fetch and axios. Experience in HTML / CSS, DevOps practices, and frontend performance optimization is a must. He should be able to work independently with minimal technical guidance..

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and performant web applications using React.js and Next.js
• Build and manage reusable components CDD and front-end libraries
• Handle server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and API routes using Next.js
• Integrate REST APIs using fetch and axios
• Manage application state using Redux (Redux Toolkit preferred)
• Handle DOM manipulation when necessary for dynamic UI behaviors
• Configure and optimize build systems using Webpack
• Ensure responsive design and cross-browser compatibility with HTML / CSS
• Collaborate with backend teams to define and integrate APIs
• Work closely with DevOps teams or handle basic DevOps tasks like : CI / CD pipeline configurationsDeployment automationMonitoring and debugging production issues
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best practices
• Stay up-to-date with latest trends and tools in frontend and DevOps ecosystems
• Excellent understanding of Node.js development and debugging tools

Required Skills & Experience :

Nice to Have :

Soft Skills :

Location :

This position can be based in any of the following locations :

Gurgaon

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