Development Lead – MERN Stack

Expleo•New York City, NY

2d•$147,000 - $158,000•Remote

About The Position

Are you ready to lead cutting-edge enterprise-scale web application development? Trissential is hiring a Development Lead – MERN Stack to join our client’s team and drive innovation across large-scale solutions. This is your opportunity to combine technical leadership with hands-on development in a collaborative, Agile environment. What’s in It for You? Leadership & Impact – Take ownership of solution design and guide technical decisions for enterprise-scale applications. Innovation – Work with modern technologies and AI tools like GitHub Copilot to accelerate delivery. Collaborative Culture – Partner with designers, product managers, and developers in an Agile environment. Remote Flexibility – Enjoy the freedom of working fully remote while contributing to high-impact projects.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in IT with proven expertise in MERN stack development.
Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), React.js, Node.js, MongoDB, and NestJS.
Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
Familiarity with Git and version control best practices.
Understanding of front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, responsive design).
Knowledge of authentication and authorization mechanisms (JWT, OAuth).
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Insurance Domain projects.
Hands-on exposure to AI tools like GitHub Copilot.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).
Design solutions and lead conversations for design approvals.
Drive adoption of new features and technologies across full-stack development.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions.
Ensure best practices are followed by the team (clean, maintainable, efficient code).
Implement responsive UI components for seamless user experiences.
Optimize applications for speed and scalability.
Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation – You choose the model that works best for you, both with company-sponsored benefits!
$147,000–$158,000 annually or $80–$90 per hour, depending on your skills, experience, and location.
Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography.
Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele-health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matching.
Paid Time Off – Both compensation models offer paid time away from work.
Career Development – Access to training, certifications, and leadership opportunities.
Supportive Team Culture – Work with a team that values continuous learning and growth.

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