Principal Front-End Engineer

at  WPP

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

We are seeking a Principal Front-End Engineer to lead our front-end development efforts, driving the architecture and implementation of high-quality web applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and advocate for best practices in front-end development.

This role will report into the Senior Director of Development.

• Technical Leadership
• Design and implement scalable and maintainable front-end architecture. Set technical standards and ensure best practices in code quality and performance.
• Mentorship
• Guide and mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Collaboration
• Work closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and product managers to deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Innovation
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating and integrating new tools and frameworks as needed.
• Code Reviews
• Conduct accurate code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance code quality and team capabilities.
• Performance Optimization
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring applications are fast and quick to react.
• Documentation
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of code, architecture, and processes to support team growth and onboarding