Head of Frontend Development

We are thrilled to invite an exceptional Head of Frontend Development to lead the strategic transition of our Chrome extension from Stencil to React, focus on advanced platform development, and establish innovative technical strategies within the automotive dealership software industry. ResponsibilitiesDefine and own long-term technical strategies while establishing the overarching vision for platform scaling and innovationShape, communicate, and oversee a roadmap for React migration alongside technical growth initiativesConduct research on emerging technologies to assess their influence on automotive software performanceDesign a scalable and future-proof platform to support seamless and robust integrationsDirect the transition from Stencil Web Components to a React-centered framework built on industry standardsProvide mentorship to senior engineers, driving best practices and resolving development challengesAlign and optimize Manifest v3 implementation strategies with React principles for scalable systemsImplement state management strategies such as Redux Toolkit/Zustand to maintain system stability and functionalityWork collaboratively with executive and product leadership to harmonize technical goals with broader organizational prioritiesManage milestones for MVP completion while ensuring timely delivery of key features and initiativesPrototype and assess innovative technical solutions to establish the platform’s leadership in integrations and emerging technologiesDesign extensible APIs and robust system architectures for effective third-party integrations across the growing ecosystemLead the development of context-aware systems and user recommendation capabilities with scalability in focusGuide the creation of high-throughput messaging systems to maintain seamless communication across platform layersDefine, enforce, and enhance industry-leading development workflows, alongside the creation of reusable libraries to boost systemic efficiency Requirements7+ years of competency in React, with a proven ability to design and implement transformative-scale solutions2+ years in leadership roles (team size up to 10 FTEs)Background in architecting scalable and high-speed frontend frameworks for enterprise solutionsQualifications in Manifest v3, advanced Chrome Extension architecture, and handling system complexityExpertise in browser-specific APIs such as Tabs, Side Panel, and Storage, optimized for extension-scale applicationsShowcase of cross-context messaging workflows utilizing service workers, content scripts, and browser communication protocolsSkills in frontend performance tuning and scaling tailored to browser extension deployment environmentsCapability to foster iterative workflows and prioritize critical functionality within tight, dynamic timelinesUnderstanding of interdepartmental collaboration to ensure unity between technical strategies and business goalsProficiency in adapting to high-paced environments and achieving success under shifting prioritiesProficiency in English at an Advanced level (C1) with strong communication skills Nice to haveUnderstanding of stencil.js We offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn