Lead Front-end Developer - E-commerce

iFIT

12d • $120,000 - $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

iFIT is seeking an experienced Lead Front-End Developer to drive web application architecture and lead a remote front-end team. The role oversees front-end delivery across iFIT’s web properties, primarily NordicTrack.com, and leads development of e-commerce applications using Next.js. Working with UI/UX designers, back-end developers, QA, and product teams, the Lead Front-End Developer delivers fast, accessible, responsive experiences while shaping architecture, mentoring developers, and driving A/B testing. The position reports to the Senior Director of Software Engineering and manages three direct reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science plus 4 years of experience, or 8 or more years of professional front-end development experience.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and React, with hands-on Next.js experience.
• At least 3 years of experience leading or mentoring front-end developers.
• Experience with GraphQL and headless CMS or composable e-commerce platforms.
• Experience implementing and analyzing A/B tests for web applications.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with Vercel or Netlify.
• Experience with Git and build tools such as Webpack/Vite and npm.
• Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Core Web Vitals (LCP, INP, CLS), and image and video optimization.
• Experience with Figma or similar design tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient, scalable, dynamic, and maintainable front-end solutions using Next.js.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, back-end developers, QA, and product managers to integrate dynamic front-end React components.
• Lead and mentor the front-end development team, support developers’ professional growth, and run training sessions and workshops on Next.js and front-end best practices.
• Set and enforce coding standards and best practices, and conduct code reviews to maintain code quality.
• Use GraphQL to fetch and manipulate API data from composable e-commerce and headless CMS platforms.
• Own front-end accessibility in accordance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Core Web Vitals performance across e-commerce sites.
• Monitor industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to improve front-end development processes.
• Contribute to project planning, resource allocation, and sprint reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior