Role: Application Architect
Location: Dallas, TX (Candidates local to Texas is preferred)
Mode: Onsite
Type: Contract
Experience: 10+ Years
Rate: $35-36/Hr.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Application Architect with 10+ years of expertise in Next.js & React to lead the development of high-performance, user-friendly web applications. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in Next.js, React.js, and modern front-end development while ensuring optimal user experience, scalability, and security. This is a client-facing role, requiring excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architect, design, and develop scalable front-end applications using Next.js & React.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality web solutions.
3. Ensure high performance, responsiveness, and best development practices.
4. Lead technical discussions and provide guidance on front-end architecture.
5. Develop reusable components and libraries for scalable application development.
6. Optimize web applications for SEO, speed, and accessibility.
7. Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services seamlessly into applications.
8. Conduct code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting for improved performance.
9. Stay up to date with the latest Next.js and React.js technologies and industry trends.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

1. 10+ years of experience in Next.js & React.js development.
2. Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
3. Expertise in React hooks, functional components, and state management (Redux, Context API, or Zustand).
4. Experience in server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and client-side rendering (CSR).
5. Proficiency in component-based architecture and modular UI development.
6. Knowledge of performance optimization techniques, including lazy loading and code splitting.
7. Experience working with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and third-party integrations.
8. Familiarity with modern UI frameworks like Tailwind CSS, Material-UI, or Styled Components.
9. Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps best practices.
10. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
11. Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.

Preferred Skills:

1. Experience with headless CMS platforms (e.g., Contentful, Strapi, Sanity).
2. Familiarity with Docker and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
3. Prior experience with microservices and API gateway architectures.