Lead Frontend Software Engineer; Next.js & React

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Lead Frontend Software Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL (On-site, Remote)

Work Type: 100% remote role in Chicago area. May require onsite interviews.

Join Cars Commerce in shaping the future of Automotive Commerce by developing a new dealer-facing product. This greenfield opportunity focuses on an AI-first engineering approach using Claude Code, Next.js, and React to build a "must-have" product from the ground up.

You are a Lead Frontend Software Engineer who thrives in the early stages of product development ("v1 to v10"). You are AI-native, proficient with Claude Code, and champion performance, usability, and accessibility. You understand the importance of testing, observability, and CI/CD pipelines.

• Lead Greenfield Architecture & Development of a newly launched Hub website using Next.js and React.
• Author and Evolve Component Libraries and design systems.
• Drive Product Value & Insights by partnering with data and product teams.
• Engage in Cross-Team Collaboration with engineering, design, and product partners.
• Utilize AI-Orchestration with Claude Code to enhance team output.
• Focus on Engineering Excellence with robust testing, observability, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide Mentorship & Technical Leadership to the team.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of front-end software engineering experience.
• Expert proficiency in Next.js, React, and Type Script.
• Demonstrated experience building accessible, themeable design systems.
• Proven ability to design scalable front-end architectures for SaaS or B2B enterprise tools.
• High proficiency with Claude Code (or similar LLM-based development tools).
• Deep knowledge of browser fundamentals and Core Web Vitals optimization.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and secure authentication/authorization patterns.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with modern CI/CD, UI testing frameworks, and observability tools.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.

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• Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

Note:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Cars Commerce is unable to sponsor employment visas.