Job Summary
I'm recruiting for a Lead UI Engineer to join a fast-growing, remote-first digital consultancy. You'll lead front-end delivery across client projects and internal products, shaping modern, performant, and accessible web interfaces. This role combines hands-on React/Next.js engineering with mentoring, architectural guidance, and cross-functional collaboration.
I've successfully placed 10 engineers in this company already, all with great feedback on team culture, career growth, and project variety. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact on both products and people.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead front-end engineering, building responsive, mobile-first UI with HTML, CSS, SASS, JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript
* Develop robust React and Next.js applications with SSR, reusable component libraries, and scalable architecture
* Collaborate closely with UX, visual designers, and back-end teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality interfaces
* Mentor and support front-end engineers, running code reviews and guiding best practices
* Communicate design and technical decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including clients
* Contribute to project scoping, estimation, and delivery planning
* Debug, optimise, and maintain performance, accessibility, and test coverage of web applications
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* Degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience
* Strong experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Next.js
* Proven track record leading front-end delivery or mentoring engineers
* Strong understanding of responsive, adaptive, mobile-first design, UX principles, and reusable component libraries
* Experience with Figma/Adobe XD and collaborating with designers
* Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Desirable:
* Familiarity with Webpack, Babel, accessibility standards, SEO for front-end, and design systems
* Experience working in cross-functional product teams
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Share options under HMRC-approved EMI scheme
* Remote-first culture with access to Belfast/London co-working hubs
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Pension matched up to 8%
* Bupa Private Healthcare & Health Assessments
* Specsavers Corporate Eye Care
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Training and professional development budget
* High-spec equipment and home-office budget
* Supportive, innovative team culture
*You must be based in Northern Ireland*