Lead Software Engineer - Frontend

Cardiff

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Lead Software Engineer - Frontend
📍 Cardiff / Hybrid
💰 Up to £85,000 + excellent benefits

What You'll Do:

You'll take a lead role in shaping scalable, modular frontend applications using micro frontend architecture. Working across both frontend and backend-for-frontend (BFF) solutions, you'll design, deliver, and maintain secure and high-performing React and NestJS applications.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive engineering excellence, guide technical decisions, and support the development of reusable platforms. From mentoring developers to contributing to CI/CD and performance optimisation, you'll be instrumental in building cutting-edge digital experiences.

What You'll Bring:

Proven expertise in React and TypeScript, with a deep understanding of component architecture and performance tuning
Strong experience designing and delivering micro frontend solutions, including module federation and independent deployment strategies
Hands-on experience with NestJS for BFF/API gateway patterns
Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tooling such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
Solid understanding of frontend performance optimisation techniques (lazy loading, code splitting, caching)
Proficiency in containerisation, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code using Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform
Experience with cloud platforms, preferably GCP or Azure
Working knowledge of modern testing tools including Jest, Vitest, and Playwright
Strong leadership, mentoring, and technical decision-making capabilitiesWhy You Should Apply:

You'll join a forward-thinking company that champions diversity, progression, and innovation. With recognition as a Great Place to Work, you'll benefit from excellent flexibility, people-first values, and annual share awards. You'll also enjoy up to 38 days holiday, wellbeing initiatives, and a real opportunity to shape the direction of frontend architecture.

Ready to Apply?

Contact Dan Newton to find out more.
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.
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