Job Specifications
Title: UI Developer
Work location: Toronto, Canada(Hybrid)
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Job Description:
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior React Web App Engineer to drive the technical execution and team leadership of our next-generation frontend platforms. You will lead the development of reusable React components and frameworks, oversee the rollout of shared UI systems using ShadCN, and guide engineers in implementing scalable, performant web applications.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of hands-on coding, mentorship, and driving execution across multiple teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Frontend Development: Guide the hands-on development of React applications and shared component libraries with a focus on reusability, maintainability, and developer efficiency.
ShadCN Ownership: Own and extend our ShadCN-based component library, aligning closely with design and product teams to deliver consistent and accessible UI patterns.
Drive Execution: Collaborate with engineers across pods to ensure timely delivery of frontend projects, maintain code quality, and standardize patterns across applications.
Champion Best Practices: Promote performance optimization, accessibility (WAI-ARIA compliance) - ShadCN follows WAI-ARIA pattern and secure coding standards in all aspects of frontend development.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with designers, backend developers, product managers, and platform teams to align implementation with product strategy and technical architecture.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience developing large-scale web applications, including architecting and delivering high-traffic, complex SPAs.
5+ years experience in frontend development with a strong focus on React and TypeScript.
Deep hands-on experience building and leading projects with ShadCN.
Node.js Fullstack experience and Claude Code , Cursor AI vibe coding
Strong knowledge of SOLID principles, object-oriented and functional design patterns, and clean architecture approaches.
Track record of building scalable SPAs and modular component systems in production.
Strong knowledge of frontend performance tuning, testing strategies (Jest, Playwright), and developer tooling (Vite, TurboRepo, ESLint, Storybook).
Demonstrated ability to lead teams through complex frontend initiatives and architectural transitions.
Experience with state management (Redux, Zustand, or others) and modern UI patterns (Provider, Composite, Summary, etc.).
Experience with data fetching mechanisms (restful API, GraphQL, WebSockets,gRPC) and related libraries (Axios, TanStack Query, Apollo, SocketIO, etc.)
Experience with different styling patterns/framework (CSS modules, SCSS, CSS-in-JS, Tailwind, etc.)
Proficient in accessibility standards and responsive UI development.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with dynamic/meta-driven UI or internal app frameworks.
Strong eye for design consistency and user experience quality.
Contributions to open-source projects or frontend communities, especially around React or design systems.
Background working in a platform or internal tools team is a plus.
About the Company
At SRA, we believe the right people can move anything forward. Since 2002, we've worked alongside public and enterprise clients across Canada-delivering IT staffing, consulting, and technology services built for impact.
Whether it's quickly filling high-demand roles or leading enterprise-wide change, we're known for our agility, transparency, and results. With 2,500+ placements and a global team of 180+ professionals, we make hiring easier, smarter, and faster-so your team can focus on growth.
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