Lead Frontend Developer
Location : Remote | Salary : £75,000‑£80,000
We’re supporting a long‑standing client of ours, a mission‑driven FinTech that is continuing its digital evolution, and we’re looking for a Lead Frontend Developer who wants to make a real impact. This is your chance to take full ownership of a customer‑facing web experience used by thousands of users building better financial futures. You’ll set the direction for the frontend stack, mentor a team of talented engineers, elevate the design system, and craft fast, accessible, and beautiful user journeys that make finance feel simple.
Own the entire frontend stack across all customer journeys
Lead and mentor developers, raising the bar on engineering quality
Evolve a modern, scalable component library and design system
Turn ideas into polished, production‑ready UI with the design team
Champion performance, accessibility, responsive design, and frontend architecture
Partner with backend and product teams to ship seamless, integrated features
Drive continuous improvements that make the platform faster, cleaner, and more delightful to use
Has deep experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, etc.)
Has built scalable, reliable, production‑grade interfaces
Enjoys leading, mentoring, and supporting a growing team
Works comfortably with design systems, component libraries, and API integrations
Cares deeply about performance, accessibility, and creating standout user experiences
Thrives in collaborative, product‑focused engineering environments
This is a genuinely exciting chance to lead the future of a modern FinTech frontend with the space to influence, innovate, and see your work make a real difference.
Lead Developer in London employer: SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
SR2 is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration in the heart of Edinburgh. With a focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in government digital transformation projects. Our flexible part-time role allows for a balanced work-life integration while contributing to significant public sector initiatives.
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