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Senior Technical Lead - Frontend / UI
Remote (USA)
Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity.
Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work has been recognized by our partners and peers through our inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward- thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.
Description
Capital Technology Group (CTG) is on a mission to modernize and innovate the way the federal government delivers software. We are passionate about our work, dedicated to our clients, and committed to a culture of continuous learning and growth. For this role specifically, we are seeking individuals to help support high-impact, civic tech within the federal government.
We are seeking a Senior Technical Lead with deep frontend experience and a strong UI focus to lead a client-facing team of developers on a high-impact federal program. This individual will shape the technical approach, provide mentorship, and ensure design and development practices align with both client expectations and operational goals.
Client Requirements : applicants MUST BE US Citizens and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
Responsibilities
- Lead a frontend development team, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and direction to less senior developers and designers.
- Serve as a client-facing technical lead, articulating design and technical decisions to stakeholders and collaborating closely with clients
- Drive the technical approach and implementation strategy for the program’s frontend systems and interfaces
- Collaborate with a UI team to ensure solutions are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with best practices in human-centered design
- Develop, create, and modify frontend applications and specialized utility programs using JavaScript, TypeScript, ReactJS, and related frameworks
- Analyze user needs and develop software solutions that optimize operational efficiency
- Work with backend developers to integrate frontend systems with databases and services (MySQL, PostgreSQL, APIs)
- Participate in code reviews, ensure quality standards, and promote best practices for frontend development
- Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to inform technical and design decisions
- Support DevOps practices and collaborate with cross-functional teams on CI / CD, testing, and deployment as needed
Requirements
Bachelors Degree11+ years of professional software development experience, including extensive frontend experienceStrong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, ReactJS, and frontend development best practicesExperience leading UI-focused teams and collaborating with developersStrong understanding of backend integration (Java, Python, REST APIs) and databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)Familiarity with web servers (e.g., nginx) and DevOps practices (CI / CD, Docker / Kubernetes) is a plusExceptional leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring teams and driving project executionExcellent client-facing and communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholdersAbility to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to evolving project needsNice to Have Skills
Experience with AWS and cloud-native frontend deploymentBackground in Python or Ruby on RailsPrior experience in federal or government software projectsExperience with accessibility and inclusive design practicesSalary Range
We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $140k to $190k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea of what to expect; however, the final offer may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors. The stated range is not a guarantee and is subject to change.
Full Time Employee Benefits
Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)Competitive Compensation PackageMedical, Dental, and VisionLife Insurance, Short / Long Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program401(k) with 4% matchingLiberal PTO vacation policyGenerous Annual Continuing EducationAnnual Wellness BudgetBonus Incentive Programs (Employee referrals and performance-based rewards)Thanks for your interest in Capital Technology Group!