Lead Front-End Developer (React)

We are seeking a Lead Front-End Developer with deep React expertise to craft responsive, accessible web experiences while defining engineering standards and guiding teammates. You will collaborate with cross-functional peers and integrate GenAI into daily delivery to boost speed and quality. Apply to help create meaningful impact!
Responsibilities
Build responsive, user-friendly web applications with high accessibility standards
Create reusable frontend libraries and frameworks to boost scalability and maintainability
Drive technical decisions for UI implementation, performance, and long-term code health
Partner with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver cohesive interfaces
Convert UI/UX wireframes into high-quality React and JavaScript code and share design feedback
Guide junior developers on best practices, coding standards, and career growth
Run code reviews to raise quality, consistency, and team learning
Tune application performance to ensure fast load times and smooth interactions
Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure cross-browser and cross-device stability
Apply unit and end-to-end testing to reduce regressions and increase reliability
Work with QA to identify, prioritize, and resolve defects before releases
Embed GenAI tools in daily workflows and validate outputs against data and quality constraints
Advance continuous improvement by assessing new frontend practices and GenAI-enabled delivery methods
Requirements
5+ years of front-end development background in JavaScript and React
Proven leadership skills in mentoring developers and driving team alignment (1+ years)
Hands-on expertise in designing reusable UI architectures and scalable component libraries
Strong competency in code reviews with clear, constructive feedback and quality standards
Solid proficiency in project execution across product, design, backend engineering, and QA
Strong skills in performance optimization for fast load times and smooth interactions
Hands-on qualifications in testing, including unit testing and end-to-end testing practices
Strong capability to debug across browsers and devices with a stability-first mindset
Applied skills in Generative AI, using GenAI tools for research, drafting, analysis, and code generation
Strong expertise in prompt engineering for iterative, production-grade outputs
Practical understanding of AI risks, covering hallucinations, context limits, and data sensitivity validation
Proficiency in English at a B2+ level
Nice to have
Knowledge of AI security fundamentals, including prompt injection risks and data classification handling
Familiarity with Cybersecurity & Trust practices relevant to secure frontend delivery
Background in GenAI application development, connecting GenAI tools to APIs and internal data sources
Showcase of GenAI in SDLC, building reusable prompts, agent workflows, or automation templates
We offer
International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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