# Frontend Lead

**Company:** [Weekday AI](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/pxG9rDgnvZm2c86JUchT1j.md)
**Location:** Gurugram, India
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** Weekday's Client via platform

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## Description

**This role is for one of the Weekday's clients  
  
**We are looking for a **Frontend Engineering Lead** to drive the development of high-performance, scalable, and visually engaging mobile applications. In this role, you will own the front-end architecture, lead a team of engineers, and ensure technical excellence in delivering seamless cross-platform experiences on **iOS and Android**. You will collaborate closely with design, product, and backend teams to create **intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly AI-driven chronic care solutions**.

## Requirements

### **Key Responsibilities:**

### **1\. Technical Leadership & Strategy**

-   Define and implement the **frontend architecture**, best practices, and development roadmap for mobile applications.
-   Lead the development of **scalable and high-performance React Native apps** for iOS and Android.
-   Establish and enforce **coding standards, performance optimizations, and maintainability guidelines**.
-   Stay updated with **emerging frontend technologies**, evaluating and integrating new tools as needed.

### **2\. Hands-on Development**

-   Architect and develop **key frontend features**, ensuring smooth integration with backend services.
-   Collaborate with **UI/UX designers** to transform wireframes into pixel-perfect, highly responsive interfaces.
-   Optimize app performance, ensuring **fast loading times, smooth animations, and responsive UI interactions**.
-   Drive **CI/CD pipelines** for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.

### **3\. Team Mentorship & Collaboration**

-   Lead and mentor a team of frontend engineers, conducting **code reviews and technical training**.
-   Foster a **culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence**.
-   Work closely with **product managers, designers, and backend engineers** to align technical execution with business goals.

### **4\. Quality Assurance & Performance Optimization**

-   Implement robust **testing strategies**, including unit tests, UI tests, and performance monitoring.
-   Debug and resolve issues, ensuring **stability and reliability** of mobile applications.
-   Optimize apps for **various devices, screen sizes, and network conditions**.

### **Skills & Experience:**

-   **6+ years** of frontend development experience, with **3+ years in React Native**.
-   Strong expertise in **iOS (Xcode) and Android (Android Studio) development**.
-   Proficiency in **Gradle, RESTful APIs, and third-party integrations**.
-   Solid understanding of **mobile app performance optimization, memory management, and UI rendering**.
-   Experience with **version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines**.
-   Strong grasp of **UI/UX principles** to create visually appealing and user-friendly applications.
-   Hands-on experience with **state management libraries** (Redux, MobX, or Context API).
-   Experience with **publishing and managing apps** on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
-   Familiarity with **performance monitoring tools** like Firebase Performance or Flipper.
-   Exposure to **automated testing frameworks** for React Native (Jest, Detox, Appium).
-   Understanding of **Agile methodologies** (Scrum, Kanban, CI/CD).
-   Knowledge of **GraphQL, WebSockets, and offline-first architecture** for enhanced app experiences.