Senior Manager Software Engineering (Micro Frontend)

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Senior Manager – Front End Engineering (Angular/React, Microfrontend Architecture)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager – Front End Engineering to lead the design, development, and delivery of modern web applications using Angular or React with Microfrontend architecture. This role will be responsible for managing front-end engineering teams, driving technical strategy, improving development standards, and delivering scalable, high-performance user experiences.

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, deep expertise in front-end technologies, and hands-on experience in building enterprise-grade applications using reusable components, distributed front-end systems, and modern engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage front-end engineering teams to deliver high-quality web applications.
• Define and drive front-end architecture strategy using Angular or React and Microfrontend architecture.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, UX designers, and backend teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Build and promote reusable UI components, shared libraries, and design standards across teams.
• Oversee the implementation of modular, independently deployable front-end applications.
• Ensure best practices in coding, testing, security, performance optimization, and accessibility.
• Guide teams in CI/CD implementation, release management, and DevOps integration for front-end applications.
• Conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and mentor engineering managers, team leads, and developers.
• Drive engineering excellence through agile methodologies, performance metrics, and continuous improvement.
• Support hiring, onboarding, team development, and capability building within the front-end organization.
• Work with stakeholders to prioritize roadmap items and ensure on-time delivery of projects.
• Stay updated on emerging front-end technologies and recommend improvements aligned with business goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with strong focus on front-end engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering leadership or people management roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Angular and/or React.
• Proven experience designing and implementing Microfrontend architecture in enterprise applications.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with component-driven development and modern front-end build tools.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, API integration, authentication, and web security best practices.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of performance tuning, browser compatibility, and accessibility standards.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Module Federation, Webpack, or similar tools for Microfrontend implementation.
• Experience with Node.js, Next.js, or server-side rendering frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest, Cypress, Selenium, or similar tools.
• Exposure to design systems and enterprise UI governance.
• Experience managing globally distributed teams.

Key Skills

• Front End Architecture
• Angular / React
• Microfrontend Architecture
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• UI Engineering
• Web Performance Optimization
• Component Library Development
• CI/CD and DevOps
• Agile Delivery
• Team Leadership and Mentoring
• Stakeholder Management
• Enterprise Application Development

Leadership Expectations

• Build strong, collaborative, and high-performing engineering teams.
• Drive technical vision and align engineering solutions with business strategy.
• Mentor team members and create growth opportunities.
• Ensure accountability, quality, and continuous delivery excellence.
• Influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders with clear technical direction.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.