Senior Frontend Architect & Engineering Lead

About the job

A fast-growing US-based technology startup is rebuilding its entire enterprise UI from scratch, moving away from a third-party visualization layer to a fully native, AI-ready product console. We are hiring a Senior Frontend Architect & Engineering Lead in India to own frontend architecture end-to-end and build a high-performing frontend team. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role with direct exposure to US leadership and strong influence on product direction. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** • Own the complete frontend architecture, including component systems, design systems, performance standards, and long-term scalability. • Architect and build a modern enterprise UI from the ground up (no template-based frameworks). • Lead 1–2 frontend engineers initially, scaling the team to 4–6 engineers over time. • Define and enforce coding standards, architectural guidelines, code reviews, and best practices. • Build real-time, data-heavy dashboards including charts, tables, timelines, and streaming updates. • Collaborate closely with backend, DevOps, UI/UX, and product teams to ensure aligned architecture and seamless delivery. • Drive interviewing, hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance development for the frontend team. **TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS (Must-Have)** Frontend & UI Architecture • 10–15+ years of frontend/UI engineering experience. • Deep expertise in React, TypeScript, Next.js. • Strong hands-on experience with: • Tailwind CSS • shadcn/ui or MUI (or equivalent component libraries) • React Query / TanStack Query • TanStack Table (or MUI DataGrid) • Recharts / ECharts (or similar visualization libraries) • Proven experience building UIs that handle large datasets, real-time updates, and high-frequency events. • Strong understanding of modular, scalable design systems and performance optimization.

Requirements

• React
• TypeScript
• Next.js
• UI Architecture

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of frontend/UI engineering experience

Preferred Technologies

• React
• TypeScript
• Next.js
• UI Architecture