UI Architect

Job Title : UI Architect

Location : Chicago, IL

Location - Chicago, Illinois (The candidate needs to go 2 to 3 time per week at the office (Customer offices))

As the UI Architect, you will lead the modernization and architecture of our client's website. In this role, you will be part of a team that designs, develops, and launches efficient quality systems and solutions supporting core organizational functions.

This individual will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues, opportunities, or problems to improve the benefit of IT and Business investments.

The Developer is experienced and self-sufficient in performing their responsibilities, requiring minimal Supervision but general guidance and direction.

Responsibilities

• Architect and Design UI Systems : Lead the architecture and design of scalable, reusable, and maintainable UI components using React.
• React Component Development : Develop high-quality, responsive, and performance optimized React components that can be reused across various parts of the application.
• Collaboration with Teams : Work closely with UX / UI designers, back-end developers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
• Code Reviews and Standards : Establish best practices and coding standards for React development, including consistent code styling, component design patterns, and performance optimizations.
• State Management : Design and implement state management solutions (using Redux, MobX, or Context API) to handle application-wide state in a scalable manner.
• Performance Optimization : Monitor and optimize the performance of React applications, ensuring efficient rendering, load times, and smooth user interactions.
• Mentor Developers : Provide technical leadership and mentorship to front-end developers, helping them grow their expertise in React and UI development.
• Component Libraries : Build and maintain a shared component library to ensure consistency across applications.
• Integrating APIs : Collaborate with back-end teams to integrate RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and other data services into the React front end.
• Testing and Debugging : Ensure the reliability of the UI by implementing comprehensive unit tests, end-to-end tests, and code debugging strategies using tools like Jest, Cypress, or Enzyme.
• Mobile Responsiveness : Ensure that all UI components and layouts are mobile-responsive, working seamlessly across a variety of screen sizes and devices.
• Accessibility : Implement accessibility best practices (WCAG standards) to ensure the UI is usable for all users, including those with disabilities.
• Continuous Integration / Delivery : Work with DevOps and back-end teams to implement CI / CD pipelines for efficient deployment and testing of React applications.

Skills

Must have

• 10+ years of experience in front-end development.
• 7+ years of experience with React in large-scale web applications.
• React.js : Expertise in React.js including hooks, state management, lifecycle methods, and component architecture.
• JavaScript (ES6+) : Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript (ES6+), including promises, async / await, and other advanced features.
• HTML5 / CSS3 : Proficiency in semantic HTML5, CSS3, and preprocessors like SASS or LESS.
• Redux or Context API : In-depth knowledge of Redux or React Context API for managing application state.
• TypeScript : Experience with TypeScript to enhance code quality, safety, and scalability.
• UI Frameworks / Libraries : Familiarity with UI libraries like Material-UI, Ant Design, or Bootstrap.
• Build Tools : Experience with build and bundling tools such as Webpack, Babel, and npm / yarn.
• Version Control : Strong experience with Git for source control and collaborative development workflows.
• REST / GraphQL Integration : Experience working with RESTful APIs or GraphQL to fetch and display dynamic data.
• Testing Frameworks : Knowledge of testing frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, and Enzyme for unit and end-to-end testing.
• Performance Tuning : Experience in performance tuning using tools like Lighthouse, Web Vitals, or React Profiler.
• Experience with Accessibility

Nice to have

• Cloud Platforms : Experience with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying and scaling React applications.
• Agile Methodology : Experience working in Agile (Scrum or Kanban) environments.
• UI / UX Principles : Strong understanding of UI / UX principles and ability to work with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Micro Front-End Architecture : Experience with micro front-end architecture for scaling large applications.
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