Job Title: Senior Cloud-Native Front-End Developer
Type: Full-time Permanent
Location: Northfield, IL
Compensation: $130,000-140,000 plus benefits
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Cloud-Native Front-End Developer with extensive experience in Azure, Cloudflare, and server-side rendering (SSR) technologies. This senior-level position requires a technical leader who will design and deliver high-performance, scalable, and secure front-end solutions for our cloud-native and e-commerce platforms. As a senior team member, you’ll provide mentorship, drive architectural decisions, and ensure adherence to best practices for front-end development in a cloud environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Front-End Development Leadership
● Lead the design and development of responsive, dynamic, and cloud-native front-end applications using React and Next.js
● Architect and implement server-side rendering (SSR) solutions for optimal performance and SEO compliance.
● Utilize Cloudflare for CDN, edge computing, and security to enhance application delivery and reliability.
- Cloud-Native Development
● Build, deploy, and manage applications using Azure services like Azure App Services, Azure Front Door, and Azure Static Web Apps.
● Integrate front-end applications with Azure PaaS offerings, such as Azure API Management, Azure Functions, and Azure Redis Cache.
● Drive adoption of modern front-end patterns, including Micro Front-End Architectures (e.g., Single SPA, Module Federation).
- Performance Optimization and Security
● Optimize application performance through caching, lazy loading, and content delivery techniques.
● Implement secure designs and protocols (OAuth2, OpenID Connect) to protect applications and data.
● Monitor and resolve issues using Azure Monitor, Cloudflare analytics, and similar tools.
- Continuous Improvement and Support
● Stay current with emerging trends in front-end and cloud-native development.
● Contribute to Agile ceremonies and promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
● Support production applications and ensure high availability by participating in on-call rotations as needed.
What You Bring: Skills and Expertise
Core Requirements
Front-End Development:
● 10+ years of hands-on software development experience, with 6+ years in cloud-native architecture.
● Advanced expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, React (16+).
● Proficiency with SSR frameworks like Next.js or Nuxt.js.
● Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, and responsive design principles.
Azure Expertise:
● Extensive experience with Azure App Services, Azure Front Door, Azure CDN, and other Azure PaaS offerings.
● Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline creation and automation.
Cloudflare Knowledge:
● Deep understanding of Cloudflare Workers, caching strategies, DDoS protection, and WAF (Web Application Firewall).
API Integration:
● Proficiency in interfacing with RESTful APIs and GraphQL services.
Leadership Skills:
● Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead teams in technical implementations.
● Strong communication skills to drive alignment across technical and business stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
● Familiarity with build tools like Webpack, Vite, npm, or yarn.
● Understanding of accessibility standards and best practices (WCAG).
● Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
● Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD best practices.
How to apply: Please submit your resume, in confidence, via email to Puneet Singh at puneet@talentadvantage.ca. Please list your name and the role you are applying for in the subject line.
