Front End Commerce Architect

Job Description:Lead the Future of Digital CommerceAre you passionate about building modern, high-performance front-end experiences at scale? Do you thrive in a role where you can shape architecture, write code, and mentor others? If so, this opportunity is for you.We’re looking for a Frontend Commerce Architect to help lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge, composable commerce solutions. In this role, you’ll combine hands-on development with technical leadership—working alongside cross-functional teams to create seamless, scalable, and engaging digital experiences.What You’ll DoShape Front-End ArchitectureYou’ll design and build modern, headless front-end architectures using React, Next.js, and AngularYou’ll define rendering strategies (SSR, SSG, ISR) to deliver fast, scalable applicationsYou’ll lead the development of reusable component libraries and design system integrationsYou’ll guide the adoption of micro frontend and composable architecture approachesDrive Commerce InnovationYou’ll help design API-first, headless commerce solutions that integrate across platformsYou’ll partner with backend teams to ensure seamless performance and scalabilityYou’ll bring together commerce, content, and third-party services to create cohesive experiencesOwn Data & Integration StrategyYou’ll architect GraphQL-based data layers that connect front-end applications to multiple servicesYou’ll ensure performance through smart caching, query optimization, and type-safe integrationsDeliver High-Performing ExperiencesYou’ll optimize Core Web Vitals and ensure fast, responsive user experiencesYou’ll build accessible solutions aligned with WCAG standardsYou’ll apply modern best practices for performance, security, and scalabilityLead, Mentor, and CollaborateYou’ll mentor engineers and support team growth while staying hands-onYou’ll collaborate with product, design, and engineering partnersYou’ll help solve complex technical challenges and guide teams through implementationWhat You BringYou have strong experience building modern front-end applications with React, Next.js, Angular, and TypeScriptYou’re comfortable designing scalable architectures and making technical decisionsYou have experience working with GraphQL and API-driven systemsYou’ve helped deliver high-performance digital experiences at scaleYou enjoy mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative team environmentYou understand or have worked with headless or composable commerce architecturesTech You’ll Work WithReact, Next.js, Angular, JavaScript, TypeScriptGraphQL (Apollo or similar)Webpack, Vite, monoreposHeadless CMS and composable commerce platformsModern performance, accessibility, and security standardsWhy You’ll Love This RoleYou’ll work on high-impact, enterprise-scale commerce platformsYou’ll have a voice in defining technical direction and best practicesYou’ll balance hands-on development with strategic leadershipYou’ll collaborate with talented teams solving meaningful challengesInterested?If you’re excited about building modern commerce experiences and want to make a real impact, we’d love to talk!At dentsu, we believe great work happens when we’re connected. Our way of working combines flexibility with in-person collaboration to spark ideas and strengthen our teams. Employees who live within a commutable distance of one of our hub offices, currently located in Chicago, metro Detroit, Los Angeles, and New York City, are required and expected to work from the office three days per week (two days per week for employees based in Los Angeles). Dentsu may designate other Hub offices at any time. Those who live outside a commutable range may be designated as remote, depending on the role and business needs. Regardless of your work location, we expect our employees to be flexible to meet the needs of our Company and clients, which may include attendance in an office.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000 - $158,750. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.Benefits available with this position include:• Medical, vision, and dental insurance,• Life insurance,• Short-term and long-term disability insurance,• 401k,• Flexible paid time off,• At least 15 paid holidays per year,• Paid sick and safe leave, and• Paid parental leave.Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. For further details regarding Dentsu benefits, please visit begin the application process, please click on the “Apply” button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.Location:New York - 150 E 42ndBrand:MerkleTime Type:Full timeContract Type:PermanentDentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. 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