The React (Next.js) Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance web applications using React.js and Next.js. This role involves building production-ready features, integrating with backend/BFF APIs, ensuring high code quality, and implementing best practices in performance, accessibility, and security.
The developer will work closely with the React Lead, UX/UI designers, QA, DevOps, and backend teams to deliver modern web applications aligned with enterprise architecture and business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Frontend Development
- Develop responsive, interactive, and accessible web pages using React.js and Next.js.
- Implement server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and incremental static regeneration (ISR) as required.
- Build reusable components, custom hooks, and libraries.
- Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness.
2. Next.js Framework Implementation
- Utilize Next.js features effectively:
- getServerSideProps, getStaticProps, getStaticPaths
- API routes and middleware
- Dynamic routing, layouts, and nested routes
- Optimize hydration, lazy-loading, and client/server data fetching.
- Implement efficient caching and prefetching strategies for faster UX.
3. State Management & Data Handling
- Manage application state using Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Recoil, or Context API + Hooks.
- Integrate with REST or GraphQL APIs from BFF/backend layers.
- Handle errors, loading states, and fallback UI for smoother user experiences.
4. UI/UX & Design System Integration
- Work with designers to implement pixel-perfect UIs aligned with the enterprise design system.
- Integrate components from Storybook or other design libraries.
- Implement accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA) and responsive design best practices.
5. Performance Optimization
- Monitor and optimize Core Web Vitals (LCP, FID, CLS).
- Reduce bundle size using code splitting, lazy loading, and tree shaking.
- Optimize rendering performance and memory usage.
6. Testing & Quality Assurance
- Write unit and integration tests using:
- Jest
- React Testing Library
- Support end-to-end testing with Cypress or Playwright.
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high-quality, maintainable code.
7. Security & Best Practices
- Implement secure coding practices (input validation, XSS prevention, secure storage of tokens).
- Follow best practices for API integration, routing, and data handling.
- Collaborate with security teams to comply with enterprise security policies.
8. Collaboration & Agile Practices
- Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate closely with React Lead, QA, DevOps, backend/BFF developers, and product teams.
- Communicate technical challenges and propose solutions clearly.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- 5+ years experience in frontend development.
- Strong expertise in:
- React.js (Hooks, Context, Custom Hooks)
- Next.js (SSR, SSG, ISR, Routing, API routes)
- TypeScript
- HTML5, CSS3, Sass, Styled Components, Tailwind CSS
- Experience with:
- State management (Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Recoil)
- RESTful APIs / GraphQL
- Performance optimization and debugging
- Unit & integration testing frameworks (Jest, RTL)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern build tools (Webpack, Vite).
Soft Skills
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to debug complex issues.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Ability to work in Agile/Scrum teams.
- Detail-oriented with focus on high-quality, maintainable code.
Education & Background
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Portfolio of web applications using React and Next.js preferred.
Skills Required
- 5+ years frontend development experience
- Strong expertise in React.js (Hooks, Context, Custom Hooks)
- Strong expertise in Next.js (SSR, SSG, ISR, Routing, API routes)
- Proficient in TypeScript
- HTML5, CSS3, Sass, Styled Components, Tailwind CSS
- Experience with state management (Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Recoil)
- Integration with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL
- Performance optimization and debugging (Core Web Vitals, code splitting, lazy loading)
- Unit and integration testing using Jest and React Testing Library
- Support end-to-end testing with Cypress or Playwright
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern build tools (Webpack, Vite)
- Implement accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA) and responsive design best practices
- Experience integrating with design systems and Storybook
- Knowledge of secure coding practices (input validation, XSS prevention, secure token storage)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Portfolio of web applications using React and Next.js
- Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration skills; experience working in Agile/Scrum
What We Do
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