Lead Fullstack Developer with React
Hybrid · Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Job Summary
Lead Fullstack Developer with React for AKQA, building robust, performant web applications using React, Next.js, and a range of frontend technologies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement scalable, accessible solutions; mentor junior developers; advocate for quality and security practices; evolve engineering standards. Hybrid in-studio/WFH model with required in-office days, strong focus on modern frameworks, accessibility, performance, DevOps practices, and Gen AI. Emphasis on turning Figma designs into high-fidelity frontend code and delivering pixel-perfect UI across browsers.
Required Qualifications
- Strong foundation in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Headless CMS, Node.js, Git, Vercel, Storybook, Tailwind
- Ability to write clean, scalable, and maintainable code
- Proficiency in React/TypeScript with state management and component-driven architecture
- Expertise in Tailwind or Sass for structured, reusable styling
- Proficient with Git for version control and collaborative workflows
- Experience in Agile/Scrum, including sprint planning and ceremonies
- Cross-browser testing skills across Mac/PC and modern browsers
- Experience with CMS platforms and Vercel deployment
- Knowledge of accessibility (W3C standards), SEO, and performance optimisation
- Ability to turn Figma designs into pixel-perfect frontend code
- Node.js for backend development and API integrations
- Unit testing with Jest and React Testing Library
- Experience creating and managing UI libraries with Storybook
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