Lead Front-End Developer - Vue.js

Job Title: Lead Front-End Developer - Vue.js

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Lead Front-End Developer specializing in Vue.js to drive our front-end development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation in modern web technologies, expertise in Vue.js, and a passion for building high-performance applications. This role involves leading front-end development efforts, mentoring teams, and ensuring adherence to best practices in UI/UX, performance optimization, and architectural design.

Key Responsibilities

Front-End Architecture: Design and develop scalable, maintainable, and high-performance front-end solutions using Vue.js.

Component-Based Development: Establish best practices for reusable component design, ensuring modularity and code maintainability across projects.

Performance Optimization: Implement strategies for optimizing front-end performance, ensuring fast load times, smooth rendering, and a seamless user experience.

Cross-Browser and Responsive Design: Ensure all applications are fully responsive and compatible across different browsers and devices.

API Integration: Collaborate with backend teams to integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs or GraphQL, ensuring seamless data flow and efficient communication.

Code Quality and Best Practices: Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and drive continuous improvement in development practices.

Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor and guide developers, fostering a culture of learning, innovation, and best practices.

Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in the development workflow and lead initiatives for optimization and automation.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with designers, product managers, and backend developers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Stakeholder Communication: Provide technical insights, report on development progress, and communicate technical challenges and solutions effectively.

Technical Skills Required

Vue.js Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Vue.js (preferably Vue 3) and its ecosystem, including Vuex, Vue Router, Nuxt.js, and Pinia.

Modern Web Technologies: Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and CSS frameworks (Tailwind, SCSS).

Front-End Architecture & Design Patterns: Experience in designing scalable front-end applications following best architectural patterns.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization Tools: Familiarity with Lighthouse, Webpack, Vite, and other optimization tools.

Version Control & Build Tools: Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern build tools like Webpack and Vite.

Agile Development: Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and leading development teams in these frameworks.

Experience & Qualifications

8+ years of front-end development experience, with a significant focus on Vue.js and modern web technologies.

Hands-on experience in designing and architecting scalable front-end applications.

Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role, managing development teams and driving technical excellence.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.