ReactJS Associate Architect

About this job

Valtech, known globally as an experience innovation company, partners with major recognized brands to deliver digital solutions that transform industries. As a ReactJS Associate Architect based in Bengaluru, you will be part of an environment focused on continuous learning, autonomy, and professional growth. In this role, your daily responsibilities will involve designing and developing scalable user interfaces, optimizing applications using Next.js features like Server-Side Rendering and the App Router, and translating high-fidelity design wireframes into responsive code. You will also manage complex application states, integrate frontend applications with backend APIs, tune application performance for maximum speed, and participate in code reviews and agile team ceremonies. Valtech fosters a collaborative culture where your work intersects technology, creativity, and data to shape the future of digital customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable, user-facing features and reusable UI components using React.js and Next.js.
• Optimize applications for performance and SEO using SSR, SSG, ISR, and the Next.js App Router.
• Translate design wireframes from Figma or Adobe XD into responsive code.
• Manage complex application state using modern tools like Redux Toolkit, Zustand, or React Query.
• Connect frontend applications to RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints for efficient data handling.
• Perform speed and scalability optimizations, focusing on Core Web Vitals across devices.
• Collaborate with backend developers and participate in code reviews and agile ceremonies.
• Write unit and integration tests to guarantee code quality and reliability.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in frontend web development.
• Expert-level proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of React core principles, Hooks, and component architecture.
• Hands-on production experience building applications with Next.js Pages and App Routers.
• Strong CSS skills with experience in Tailwind CSS, CSS Modules, or Styled-Components.
• Experience with modern data fetching and caching libraries like React Query, SWR, or Axios.
• Proficiency with Git and collaborative version control workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for UI consistency.

Good to have

• Experience with backend technologies like Node.js, Express, NestJS, or Next.js API Routes.
• Familiarity with GraphQL and tools like Apollo Client or Urql.
• Experience deploying Next.js applications to platforms such as Vercel or AWS Amplify.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks like Jest, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience working with Headless CMS platforms like Sanity, Strapi, or Contentful.

Who should apply

This role suits an experienced frontend professional with a growth mindset who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges at the intersection of creativity and technology. Ideal candidates are curious problem solvers and collaborative team players who value knowledge-sharing. While the position requires substantial senior-level expertise, Valtech encourages applicants to apply even if they do not meet every single qualification or have career gaps, as they value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.

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