Lead UI Architect

IPolarity LLC•Hanover Township, NJ

3h•$55 - $60•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead UI Architect to define and drive front-end architecture strategy for enterprise-grade web applications. The role combines hands-on technical leadership, solution architecture, and team mentorship, with responsibility for scalable, secure, performant, and maintainable UI solutions across multiple products and platforms. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in modern front-end technologies, strong architectural design experience, and a track record of leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives. The position involves defining reusable React component models; analyzing requirements; designing and developing software; resolving project technical issues; and building web applications in accordance with coding standards and appropriate unit testing. The architect will work with service layers, including microservices and CMS platforms, and integrate REST APIs and GraphQL. The role also includes coaching project-group members, partnering with QA on product quality, and applying accessibility, security, and performance practices. The position is based in Columbus, Ohio, with a hybrid arrangement and flexible work-from-home options.

Requirements

12+ years of software engineering experience, including 8+ years focused on UI/front-end development.
3+ years of experience in UI Architecture, Solution Architecture, or Technical Leadership roles.
Proven experience designing enterprise-scale applications in the banking domain.
Experience implementing Agentic AI solutions.
Expertise in ReactJS and strong front-end coding skills.
In-depth knowledge of ES6 and related add-on libraries, and a good understanding of progressive or hybrid web applications.
Experience with Redux state management and JavaScript unit test libraries such as Jest or Enzyme.
Experience with UI widget libraries such as Material-UI or equivalent.
Experience developing UIs using HTML5, CSS3, and CSS preprocessors such as SASS.
Experience with responsive development using ReactStrap or media queries.
Experience with grid and chart libraries such as React Tables and High Charts.
Experience integrating REST APIs and handling JSON responses.
Experience using Node as a development platform.
Knowledge of browser and development tools such as Chrome Developer Tools, Sublime, Firebug, and HTTP watch.
Experience with source control software such as Git or Subversion.
Strong visual design sense and familiarity with branding guidelines.
Agile/Scrum experience or basic knowledge.
Good communication skills.
Well organized and self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge or experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud; Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions; CI/CD pipelines; and Docker/containerized deployments.
Knowledge or experience with REST APIs and GraphQL; OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and SAML; and web security best practices.
Knowledge or experience with micro-frontend architecture, Domain-Driven Design, event-driven architecture, component-based architecture, design systems, and enterprise UI platforms.

Responsibilities

Define and drive front-end architecture strategy for enterprise-grade web applications.
Design reusable React component models with attention to modularity, scalability, performance, best practices, and integration with service layers such as microservices and CMS platforms.
Analyze requirements and design and develop software according to defined processes.
Resolve technical issues on projects and troubleshoot interface software and application code.
Develop web applications in accordance with coding standards and build and run appropriate unit test scripts.
Train and coach members of project groups to support effective knowledge management.
Partner with QA to own product quality.
Integrate REST API services and handle JSON responses using GET, POST, and PUT.
Develop responsive user interfaces and optimize website performance and accessibility.
Implement cloud, DevOps, integration, security, and architecture approaches listed in the posting.