Lead Front-End Developer (React)

Cognizant

Olympia, WA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$100,000–$115,000 Per Year

LOCATION

Olympia, WA

POSTED

4 days ago

**Lead Front-End Developer (React)** **About the role** As a **Lead Front-End Developer** , you will make an impact by designing and leading scalable, enterprise-grade web applications using modern front-end technologies and Micro Frontend (MFE) architectures. You will be a valued member of a cross-functional digital engineering team and collaborate closely with product, UX, backend, and cloud engineering partners to deliver high-performing, customer-facing applications. **In this role, you will:** + Lead the design, development, and governance of enterprise front-end solutions using **React.js** and **Micro Frontend (MFE)** architectures + Own front-end architecture decisions, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and maintainability + Collaborate with backend teams to integrate **GraphQL** and **REST APIs** , including backend-for-frontend (BFF) patterns + Partner with UX, product, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into intuitive, high-quality user experiences + Drive code quality through hands-on development, peer reviews, and adherence to best practices + Optimize application performance, accessibility (WCAG), and responsiveness across devices + Mentor and provide technical guidance to a distributed onsite and offshore engineering team + Support Agile delivery through sprint planning, backlog refinement, and continuous improvement practices **Work model** We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a **remote position** open to qualified applicants. Candidates located in or able to work primarily within **Eastern (EST) or Central (CST) time zones are preferred** , to support collaboration with distributed teams and business stakeholders. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. **What you need to have to be considered:** + 12+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on front-end engineering + Expert-level experience with **React.js** , modern JavaScript (ES6+), and **TypeScript** + Proven experience leading **Micro Frontend (MFE)** implementations in enterprise environments + Strong understanding of front-end design patterns, state management (Redux, RTK, Context API), and component-driven development + Experience integrating front-end applications with **GraphQL** and REST APIs + Hands-on knowledge of performance optimization, browser rendering strategies, and responsive web design (RWD) + Working experience with **AWS** and cloud-based application development + Proficiency with Git, version control, and collaborative development workflows + Experience working in **Agile/Scrum** environments + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience **These will help you stand out:** + Exposure to **Node.js** and backend-for-frontend (BFF) architectures + Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and DevOps practices + Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) + Experience delivering large-scale, customer-facing digital platforms + Background in Insurance, BFS, or other regulated enterprise domains **Salary and Other Compensation** Applications will be accepted until **April 17th, 2026** . The annual salary for this position is between **$100,000 - $115,000** , depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for **Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program** , based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. **Benefits** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: + Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance + Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off + 401(k) plan and contributions + Short-term and Long-term Disability + Paid Parental Leave + Employee Stock Purchase Plan **Disclaimer** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. We're excited to meet people who share our passion for building high-quality digital experiences and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply - even if you don't meet every requirement. We value transferable skills, diverse experiences, and fresh perspectives. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

Cognizant

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 230 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

We're driven by a passion to help our clients build stronger, more agile and more innovative businesses.

Cognizant enables global enterprises to address a dual mandate: to make their current operations as efficient and cost-effective as possible and to invest in innovation to unleash new potential across their organizations.

What makes Cognizant unique is our ability to help clients meet both challenges. We help them enhance productivity by ensuring that vital business functions work faster, cheaper and better. And, our ability to conceptualize, architect and implement new and expanded capabilities allows clients to transform legacy models to take their business to the next level.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Other/Not Classified

FOUNDED

1994

WEBSITE

https://www.cognizant.com