Lead Fullstack Developer (12+ yrs) - Only W2

Title: Lead Fullstack Developer
Location: Dallas, TX / Chicago, IL / Boston, MA (Hybrid - 2 days a week onsite)
Job Type: W2 Contract

Description:

We expect engineers to use AI assisted development tools for productivity; deep AI/ML expertise is not required.
Step into a hands-on technical leadership role for a large-scale enterprise loyalty platform serving global clients. You will own solution design across UI, APIs, and integrations, modernize frontend systems using React and Next.js, and elevate engineering quality through mentorship and best practices.
From AI to cloud transformation, you'll collaborate with top-tier innovators, gain autonomy to explore your ideas, and grow your skills in a culture built for tech excellence.

Responsibilities:

Lead solution design for complex, cross-functional features spanning UI, APIs, data flows, and third-party integrations
Drive UI modernization initiatives using React and Next.js, prioritizing usability, performance, and long-term maintainability
Architect and deliver scalable backend services and event-driven integrations to support platform reliability and growth
Champion engineering quality through code reviews, testing strategies, observability standards, and security best practices
Mentor engineers at multiple levels and leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate productivity and predictable delivery

Requirements:

8 or more years of experience building and maintaining large-scale production applications in complex environments
Strong proficiency in modern frontend development with hands-on experience in React, Next.js, or equivalent frameworks
Solid backend and API design skills, including microservices architecture and robust REST API development
Practical experience with event-driven systems, messaging concepts, and relational or non-relational database management
Demonstrated ability to drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and partner with product teams on delivery planning
Comfort using AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or Claude Code to enhance development workflow