Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Frontend Technical Architect to lead the architecture and front-end strategy for enterprise-grade websites and digital platforms. You’ll play a key role in defining technical direction, leading implementation efforts, and mentoring a talented team of developers. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology leadership, hands-on coding, and strategic collaboration.
In this role, you will also work closely with strategy, design, and backend teams and use cutting-edge technologies like Next.js, GraphQL, Typescript, and headless CMS platforms such as Contentful to shape the full-stack architecture of websites, ensuring quality, performance, and maintainability. As a hands-on leader, you will mentor front-end developers, perform code reviews, and guide projects from kickoff through launch.
Responsibilities
Architectural & Technical Leadership
Design and document front-end architecture for high-traffic, component-based websites using React and Next.js
Define front-end rendering strategies that align with design requirements, client goals, and scalability
Evaluate and implement modern front-end tools, libraries, and design systems
Lead CMS integrations with headless and composable platforms such as Contentful, Sitecore, Sanity, or Optimizely
Ensure security, accessibility, performance, and general front-end best practices are accounted for and adhered to
Hands-on Implementation
Lead front-end execution across multiple digital projects in parallel
Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and delivery schedules
Write and review scalable, well-documented TypeScript code that meets standards and project timelines
Solve complex implementation challenges, both independently and collaboratively
Team & Client Collaboration
Act as the technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders
Collaborate with UI/UX designers to bring Figma prototypes to life with precision and responsiveness
Partner with backend developers and business analysts to ensure APIs are built to support requirements and optimal front-end performance.
Translate business and user requirements into detailed technical solutions
Mentorship & Process Improvement
Mentor junior and mid-level front-end developers, fostering skill growth and knowledge sharing
Define and enforce best practices across code quality, version control, testing, and deployment
Contribute to internal documentation, reusable components, and process enhancements
Qualifications
In-depth knowledge and demonstrated use of React, Next.js, TypeScript, HTML5 and CSS3 to develop performant, accessible, and maintainable frontend solutions at scale
Proven experience with headless architecture and the Server-Client Rendering Spectrum
Proven experience with API consumption (REST/GraphQL)
Proven experience in modular web development, using Atomic Design and Storybook
Proven experience with CSS tooling such as CSS Modules, PostCSS, Sass, or Less
Proven experience working across headless/composable CMS platforms like Contentful, Sitecore, Sanity and Optimizely
Proven experience with modern frontend hosting solutions like Vercel and Netlify
Experience with a JavaScript testing framework such as Mocha, Jest, or Jasmine
Experience with Webpack or similar build tools and module bundlers
Excellent communication skills, especially in translating complex technical decisions for non-technical audiences
In-depth knowledge of browser/client discrepancies and supported features
In-depth knowledge of website performance considerations and performance tooling
The annual salary range for this position is $113,000 - $158,750. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits available with this position include:
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance,
• Life insurance,
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance,
• 401k,
• Flexible paid time off,
• At least 15 paid holidays per year,
• Paid sick and safe leave, and
• Paid parental leave.
Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. For further details regarding Dentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com.
To begin the application process, please click on the “Apply” button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.
At dentsu, we believe great work happens when we’re connected. Our way of working combines flexibility with in-person collaboration to spark ideas and strengthen our teams. Employees who live within a commutable distance of one of our hub offices, currently located in Chicago, metro Detroit, Los Angeles, and New York City, are required and expected to work from the office three days per week (two days per week for employees based in Los Angeles). Dentsu may designate other Hub offices at any time. Those who live outside a commutable range may be designated as remote, depending on the role and business needs. Regardless of your work location, we expect our employees to be flexible to meet the needs of our Company and clients, which may include attendance in an office.
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