Technical Architect (ReactJS/Java Microservices)- …, Berkeley Heights

Frontend Architect

We are looking for an exceptional

Frontend Architect

who is highly

hands-on

and deeply experienced in

React.js, Micro Frontend (MFE) architecture, and performance engineering . The ideal candidate will lead the development of a

scalable frontend framework

that supports

both Server-Side Rendering (SSR) and Client-Side Rendering (CSR)

while optimizing site performance and user experience. This role involves architecting and developing a

state-of-the-art frontend system

that integrates seamlessly with our

Backend-for-Frontend (BFF) layer, powered by Spring Boot microservices , and deployed on

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . Key Responsibilities Design and build a

high-performance frontend framework

using

React.js

and

Micro Frontend (MFE) architecture . Implement

SSR/CSR hybrid strategies

to optimize rendering, SEO, and page performance. Architect and optimize the

BFF layer

to enhance frontend-backend interactions. Improve

frontend performance

using lazy loading, predictive prefetching, tree shaking, and edge caching. Collaborate with backend engineers to optimize API designs and system efficiency. Define best practices for

state management

using

Redux

and

Redux-Saga/Thunk

for handling complex application flows. Optimize frontend applications for speed, security, and scalability in

GCP

environments. Lead, mentor, and coach frontend engineers, promoting technical excellence. Stay up to date with industry trends, especially in

frontend performance optimizations . Key Requirements 8+ years of experience

in frontend development with extensive expertise in

React.js . Deep knowledge of

Micro Frontend (MFE) architecture , modularization, and federated module design. Strong understanding of

SSR/CSR hybrid architectures

with

Next.js (optional but a plus) . Expertise in

state management

using

Redux

and

Redux-Saga/Thunk . Strong

JavaScript/TypeScript

proficiency with modern ES6+ concepts. Must-have experience with GraphQL

for efficient data fetching. Experience integrating frontend with

Spring Boot microservices

via

BFF architecture . Hands-on experience with

Tailwind CSS

for highly scalable and maintainable UI designs. Strong background in

frontend performance optimization , including:

Lazy loading, tree shaking, and code splitting Web Vitals optimizations (LCP, FID, CLS) Edge caching&CDN optimizations Predictive rendering and smart prefetching

Experience working in

GCP (Google Cloud Platform)

for cloud deployment and CI/CD automation. Solid understanding of

frontend security best practices

and performance tuning. Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong passion for writing

clean, maintainable, and testable code . Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities to guide junior developers and drive technical excellence. Nice-to-Have Skills Familiarity with

A/B testing

and

automated UI performance tuning . Expertise in

containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

for frontend deployments. Compensation, Benefits and Duration Minimum Compensation: USD 54,000Maximum Compensation: USD 189,000Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.This position is available for independent contractorsNo applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this postJob Identification 21857 Job Category Dev&Run Ops Locations Berkeley Heights, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, US