Lead Frontend Engineer at Dentsu · Makati…

Lead Frontend Engineer Location: Makati City Job Description: Engineering & Architecture Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex frontend features and systems using Next.js, React, and TypeScript. Ensure code quality and long-term maintainability through reusable components, atomic design principles, and robust documentation. Integrate REST andGraphQLAPIs efficiently and securely, optimizing for performance and scale. Drive the adoption of performance best practices (Lighthouse, Core Web Vitals, caching strategies) and accessibility (WCAG standards). Provide architectural oversight for integrating headless CMS platforms (e.g.,Contentful,Optimizely,Sitecore). Define and uphold best practices for responsive UI development, cross-browser compatibility, and internationalization/multilingual support. Technical Leadership Act as the technical authority and primary point of contact for frontend concerns within your cross-functional squad. Own the delivery and stability of complex features from planning through production deployment. Conduct and lead peer code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure development consistency across contributors. Guide estimation efforts, break down epics into deliverable stories, and drive sprint-level planning. Collaborate with design, backend, DevOps, and product management teams to deliver high-quality experiences. Mentorship & Collaboration Mentor and support other frontend developers through pair programming, design sessions, and architecture reviews. Share knowledge through documentation, internal workshops, and informal learning sessions. Actively contribute to team growth by encouraging a culture of ownership, feedback, and continuous improvement. Required Skills & Experience 6–8+ years of frontend engineering experience. 4+ years of production experience with React.js and Next.js. Strong fluency in JavaScript/TypeScript, including modern ES6+ features. Experience with building and scaling large component libraries or design systems. Deep understanding of API integration patterns, including REST andGraphQL. Proficiency in frontend performance tuning, Core Web Vitals, and Lighthouse audits. Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright). Experience with modern CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment platforms (Vercel, Netlify, AWS, etc.). Strong background in headless CMS platforms (Contentful,Optimizely, Sitecore,Sanity). Soft Skills & Work Practices Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Comfortable working independently with a wide scope of ownership. Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially around technical topics. Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams. Ability to clearly articulate tradeoffs and advocate for scalable, maintainable solutions. Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Have) Experience leading delivery across global or distributed teams. E-commerce Experience: Familiarity with SAP, Commerce Cloud, or Shopify. Experience with middleware development using Node.js or serverless frameworks. Prior experience with analytics platforms (Adobe Analytics, Segment, GA4, etc.). Location: Makati City Brand: Merkle Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent