Tech Lead Frontend - React Job in Rapidops

Job Title: Tech Lead Frontend - React

Location: Ahmedabad (On-site)

Job Type: Full-time

About Rapidops:

Rapidops Inc. is one of the fastest-growing digital products and software companies in the USA. We are passionate about enabling companies and individuals to thrive in their work. At Rapidops, we partner with businesses of all sizes to help transform industries through our advanced digital products, software, and services. Our solutions touch millions of lives, solve complex problems, and make the world a better place. And there s much more to build and transform!

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Tech Lead Frontend - React to lead our frontend development team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience working with React.js, and will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining web applications. As a Tech Lead, you will provide guidance, mentorship, and support to React developers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Development Team:

• Lead the front-end development team, offering mentorship and support to React developers.

Design and Implementation:

• Design and implement high-quality React.js applications that ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Collaboration:

• Work with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to define the scope and requirements for new features and projects.

Reusable Components and Libraries:

• Develop and maintain reusable components, libraries, and tools that can be shared across various projects.

Ensure Code Quality:

• Implement best practices for coding, testing, and version control to maintain high-quality code.

Code Reviews:

• Conduct code reviews to ensure code consistency, quality, and adherence to standards.

Optimization:

• Optimize applications for speed, performance, and scalability.

Stay Updated:

• Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies and integrate them into the development process.

Collaborate with DevOps & Backend Teams:

• Work closely with DevOps and backend teams to integrate RESTful APIs and other services.

Troubleshooting and Debugging:

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve any technical issues during the development cycle.

Testing:

• Implement unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing to ensure the reliability of the code.

Agile Environment:

• Lead and manage team activities within an Agile development environment, including participation in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Skills & Qualifications:

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in front-end development with a focus on React.js.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of JavaScript, ES6+, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Proficiency in React hooks, state management (Redux or Context API), and building complex components.
• Solid understanding of front-end architecture and design patterns.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and third-party services integration.
• Experience with front-end build tools like Webpack, Babel, and NPM.

Version Control:

• Experience with Git and version control practices.

Debugging & Tools:

• Proficient in using React Developer Tools and other debugging tools.

Responsive Design:

• Strong understanding of cross-browser compatibility, web standards, and responsive design principles.

Testing Frameworks:

• Experience with unit testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Enzyme.

Agile Development:

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

Problem Solving:

• Strong problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

Leadership:

• Excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively mentor junior developers and collaborate in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Server-Side Rendering: Experience with server-side rendering techniques for React applications.
• TypeScript: Familiarity with TypeScript for building robust applications.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Cloud Platforms: Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• GraphQL: Familiarity with GraphQL and its integration with React.
• Performance Optimization: Experience with performance optimization techniques for React applications.
• Containerized Applications: Knowledge of Docker and containerized applications.

Education:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master s degree is a plus.

Why Rapidops?

• Innovation and Growth: Be a part of a rapidly growing company that is at the forefront of digital product development and innovation.
• Global Impact: Work on products that make a significant impact on industries and millions of users globally.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a passionate and collaborative team of developers, designers, and product experts.
• Career Growth: Rapidops offers an environment for both personal and professional development, with opportunities to learn new technologies and grow your career.

If you re an experienced React developer ready to take the next step in your career as a Tech Lead, we d love to hear from you!

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Masters degree is a plus.