Manager Frontend/UI Developer

Sonatus is a well-funded, fast-paced, and fast-growing company whose technologies and software help automakers build dynamic software-defined vehicles.

With two generations of solutions already on the road with a top global OEM, our vehicle and cloud software solutions are at the forefront of the digital transformation of vehicles.

The Sonatus team is a talented and diverse collection of technology and automotive specialists hailing from many of the most prominent companies in their respective industries.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of Front End Engineering to lead our frontend development team.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and delivery of high-quality, user-centric web and mobile applications.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX / UI design, and backend engineering, to deliver intuitive and performant frontend solutions that meet business goals.

This is a key leadership position, requiring both technical expertise and strong managerial skills to drive the success of our frontend engineering initiatives.

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Duties and Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Management :

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of frontend engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of frontend engineers, ensuring the team has the skills and resources needed to succeed.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback, conducting performance reviews and managing career growth for team members.

Technical Leadership :

• Oversee the architecture, design, and implementation of frontend applications, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with the UX / UI design team to create responsive, accessible, and visually appealing user interfaces.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and frameworks, evaluating and implementing them as appropriate to improve development processes and product quality.

Project Management and Delivery :

• Work closely with product management and other stakeholders to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ensure frontend projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.
• Implement and maintain agile development practices, such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, to ensure efficient project execution.

Cross-functional Collaboration :

• Collaborate with backend engineering, Cloud Ops, and other teams to ensure seamless integration of frontend components with backend services and APIs.
• Partner with product managers and designers to translate user stories and wireframes into functional frontend features.
• Drive alignment between engineering and business teams, ensuring that frontend development efforts support overall company strategy and goals.

Quality Assurance and Performance :

• Implement and enforce coding standards, testing protocols, and code review practices to maintain high-quality code and reduce technical debt.
• Monitor and optimize frontend performance, ensuring fast load times, smooth interactions, and a high-quality user experience across devices and browsers.
• Address and resolve technical challenges, bugs, and issues promptly, minimizing disruption to users and stakeholders.

Strategic Planning and Innovation :

• Contribute to the overall engineering strategy, identifying opportunities for innovation, process improvements, and technology adoption.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the scalability, reliability, and security of frontend applications.
• Champion the use of modern frontend technologies and best practices to keep the company at the forefront of industry trends.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in frontend development, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven experience with modern frontend frameworks and libraries, such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Deep understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related frontend technologies.
• Experience with responsive and mobile-first design principles.
• Strong knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI / CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with frontend build tools and package managers (e.g., Webpack, Babel, npm, Yarn).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and scaling engineering teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on delivering high-quality results.

$221,000 - $299,000 a year

The above salary range is a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate of what Sonatus could reasonably expect to pay for a position.

The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

The Company reserves the right to modify this range in the future, as needed, as market conditions change.

Consider being part of the Sonatus team and receive the following :

Benefit Offerings includes :

• Competitive compensation and equity program
• Health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Flexible and Dependent Care Expense program
• Retirement plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Unlimited paid time off per year
• Hybrid office work-arrangement / flexibility

Perk Offerings include :

• Complimentary lunches, snacks and beverages during on-site working days
• Wellness benefit allowances (towards gym membership and fitness programs)
• Internet reimbursement
• Computer Accessory Allowance

Employee Engagement Offerings :

• Departmental team building and outings
• Employee Referral Program
• Culture / Employee Satisfaction Surveys - Feedback matters!
• Peer Award Program (monthly)
• Innovative Award Program (annual)

Sonatus is a fast-paced and innovative company and are seeking team members who are passionate about making a difference.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we highly encourage you to apply.

To all recruitment agencies : Sonatus, Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Sonatus' employees.

Sonatus is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited activities.

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