Auriga - Lead Engineer - Frontend Development

Description : About The Role : We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Frontend JavaScript Developer for position of Principal Software Engineer who can lead the development and design of high-performance frontend architectures.In this role, you will take ownership of frontend systems, establish scalable components and design patterns, and collaborate across teams to ensure cohesive, secure, and performant product delivery.The ideal candidate is someone who can architect complex frontend systems, has a deep understanding of browser rendering, code bundling, optimization strategies, and modern state management, and can also guide junior developers to grow in both technical and collaborative aspects.Candidates with exposure to backend fundamentals using Node.js, Express.js, and WebSocket-based real-time communication are highly preferred for seamless cross-functional collaboration.About Auriga IT : Auriga IT is a digital solutions company founded in 2010 by an IIT Roorkee alumnus, based in Jaipur, India.It serves as a digital solutions partner for startups, corporates, government entities, and unicorns.Auriga IT focuses on design, technology, and data capabilities to help organizations launch new businesses and drive digital transformation.Key Responsibilities : - Lead the architectural design and implementation of scalable, reusable frontend applications using React.js and Next.js- Define and implement frontend architecture flows, maintainable design systems, and component libraries- Establish and enforce coding standards, performance budgets, and testing strategies- Optimize applications for high performance and scalability, focusing on Core Web Vitals, bundle size reduction, and runtime performance- Integrate secure practices : CSP, secure token flows, input validation, XSS/CSRF protections- Guide the use of state management libraries (Redux Toolkit, Zustand, React Query) based on use case suitability- Collaborate with DevOps and backend teams on API integrations, WebSocket implementation (e.g., Socket.io), deployment, and system health- Drive CI/CD processes using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Docker, and Vite/Webpack/Grunt/Gulp- Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers to build both technical and product understanding- Conduct root-cause analysis and production-level debugging for critical issues across environments- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including QA, backend, DevOps, product, and designRequired Skills And Qualifications : Strong command of : - React.js, Next.js- JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript- HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS, Styled Components, or BootstrapProven experience in : - Designing modular component-based architecture- SSR, ISR, SSG patterns in Next.js- Modern state management (Redux Toolkit, Zustand, React Query)- RESTful API consumption and error handling- Application security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, XSS/CSRF protection)- Performance optimization (code splitting, dynamic imports, lazy loading, etc.)- Dev tooling : Chrome DevTools, Lighthouse, Web Vitals, source map analysisHands-on exposure to : a. CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Jenkins)b. Webpack/Vite bundlingc. Git branching, GitHub PRs, version control standardsd. Testing frameworks : Jest/Cypress.- Strong foundation in debugging production issues, analyzing frontend logs, and performance bottlenecks- Experience in building or maintaining design systems using tools like Storybook- Ability to translate product vision into long-term frontend architecture plans- Experience working in Agile teams and leading sprint activities- Ensure accessibility compliance (a11y), semantic HTML and SEO optimization for frontend delivery- Familiarity with AWS tools such as S3, CloudFront, Lambda, Load Balancing and EC2- Knowledge of GraphQL, Design patterns, and caching layersGood to Have : - Working knowledge of backend tools and APIs using Node.js and Express.js- Exposure to Vue.js, SvelteKit or other modern JS frameworks- Understanding of micro frontends and federated module architecture- Familiarity with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Pulumi - optional)- Awareness of observability and monitoring tools like Sentry, LogRocket or Datadog- Working knowledge of Docker-based local environments- Contributions to documentation, technical blogs or internal tooling- Experience with feature flags, A/B testing tools, or experiment-driven development (ref:hirist.tech)