Lead Frontend Developer

3 weeks ago

GA United States, GA Applied Resource Group Full-time

Lead Software Developer (Sitecore / Headless / Cloud)

Role Overview

This position provides senior technical leadership for enterprise application and digital platform initiatives, with a strong focus on Sitecore-based solutions and modern headless architectures.

The Lead Developer will guide complex development efforts, influence platform strategy, and ensure high-quality delivery across content, commerce, and integration systems. This role combines hands‑on engineering with mentoring, architectural input, and delivery ownership.

Core Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex Sitecore-based applications
  • Build and maintain headless solutions using Sitecore XM Cloud and Sitecore JSS
  • Translate business and marketing requirements into scalable digital experiences
  • Serve as technical authority for Sitecore architecture and integrations
  • Conduct code reviews and enforce development standards
  • Partner with architecture and product teams on system design and roadmaps
  • Define testing strategies and quality assurance processes
  • Troubleshoot critical production issues and act as escalation lead
  • Support platform upgrades and vendor evaluations
  • Maintain technical documentation and solution designs
  • Promote secure coding practices and compliance standards
  • Provide after‑hours support for high‑priority systems when needed
  • Share best practices and technical knowledge across teams
  • Mentor junior and mid‑level Sitecore developers
  • Provide technical coaching and performance feedback
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and skills development
  • Foster collaboration and delivery accountability
  • Help set and monitor individual and team goals

Delivery & Business Impact

  • Lead major digital initiatives with minimal supervision
  • Influence technical priorities and modernization efforts
  • Improve development efficiency and system reliability
  • Drive continuous improvement across teams

Technical Leadership Expectations

  • Provide hands‑on guidance for complex Sitecore implementations
  • Lead architectural decisions for headless and composable platforms
  • Resolve cross‑system performance and integration issues
  • Establish coding, documentation, and deployment standards
  • Evaluate and implement new tools and frameworks

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Typically 6–8+ years in software development
  • Demonstrated leadership on enterprise web platforms
  • Strong background in CMS and digital experience platforms
  • Experience working in complex, multi‑system environments

Required Technical Skills

  • Strong expertise with Sitecore XM Cloud and headless CMS architecture
  • Experience with Sitecore JSS and API‑first development
  • Advanced proficiency in React, Next.js, and modern front‑end frameworks
  • Experience with MACH and composable DXP strategies
  • Familiarity with cloud hosting platforms and CI/CD pipelines
  • Knowledge of microservices and integration patterns
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