Frontend Architect - NEXT.JS

Job Description :

We are looking for an experienced Frontend Technical Architect to lead the architecture and front-end strategy for our composable commerce platform implementation and transformation projects. This is a hands-on technical role that combines defining technical direction, leading implementation efforts, and mentoring a talented team of developers. This is a role for someone who excels at the intersection of technology leadership, hands-on coding, and strategic collaboration.

You will partner with cross-functional teams including strategy, design, and backend engineering. You will demonstrate advanced expertise in React, Next.js, GraphQL, and TypeScript, along with a background in delivering enterprise-scale, composable ecommerce architectures. Proficiency with headless CMS platforms and experience designing and implementing API abstractions will be essential for success in this position.

This is a remote position reporting to AVP, Front End Development.

Responsibilities :

React & Next.js Architecture Leadership

• Lead the design and implementation of React / Next.js headless frontend architecture supporting SSR, SSG, and ISR rendering strategies
• Architect and develop reusable React component libraries, design system integration, tokenization, and design-to-code workflows
• Implement Next.js optimization techniques including code splitting, lazy loading, and bundle optimization
• Design micro frontend architecture using monorepos and data layer abstractions

GraphQL Integration & Data Strategy

Technical Implementation & Standards

Commerce Platform Integration

Performance & Accessibility Excellence

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

Required Qualifications

Technical Stack & Tools

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000-$182,850. 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 :

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.

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Location :

USA - Remote - Illinois

Brand : Merkle

Time Type : Full time

Contract Type : Permanent

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