Sr Frontend Developer, React - Chennai
Photon · India
- 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