Metajive

Lead frontend development of high-performance, accessible user interfaces integrating with headless CMS APIs. | 5+ years frontend experience with expertise in Next.js, React, GraphQL, and CMS integration, strong communication and problem-solving skills. | Description Metajive is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Front-End Creative Developer with deep expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (Next.js, React) and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences. You will be the architect of our client-facing applications, responsible for transforming complex designs and back-end data into fast, robust, and engaging interfaces. Your primary focus will be on Next.js development and seamless integration with our headless Craft CMS. • This is a freelancer/contractor role, but could open doors to future work with us Requirements Responsibilities: • Lead the development of high-performance, responsive, and accessible user interfaces using Next.js and React. • Architect and implement seamless data consumption from our headless CMS APIs, with a strong focus on Craft CMS and GraphQL. • Collaborate closely with back-end developers (who manage the PHP/Craft CMS API) to define and refine API contracts, ensuring optimal front-end performance. • Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-quality code (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript). • Implement and maintain state management solutions for complex application logic. • Optimize front-end assets and code for maximum speed and scalability, focusing on Core Web Vitals and Lighthouse scores. • Contribute to setting up and maintaining front-end testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines relevant to the front-end environment. • Troubleshoot and resolve front-end issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks across various browsers and devices. Qualifications • 5+ years of professional experience in front-end development. • Deep expertise in modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3/Sass/Tailwind. • Experience working with a creative agency is a huge plus! • Expert-level proficiency with Next.js and the broader React ecosystem (including Hooks, Context API, or Redux/Zustand). • Significant, hands-on experience integrating front-end applications with headless CMS platforms, specifically with Craft CMS. • GraphQL experience is a must, including proficiency in consuming and querying complex schemas. • Strong understanding of static site generation (SSG) and server-side rendering (SSR) principles in Next.js. • Proficiency in version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows. • Familiarity with consuming RESTful APIs. • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and proactive communication skills. • Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to present to clients, mentor less-experienced developers, and manage project scope. • Pioneering Spirit: A proactive, solution-oriented mindset. You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and are ready to build the playbook for agency-level agentic execution. Bonus Points • Experience with front-end testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress). • Familiarity with serverless functions (e.g., AWS Lambda, Vercel Functions). • Experience with deployment to platforms like Vercel or Netlify. • Working knowledge of modern authentication patterns (e.g., OAuth, JWT). • A security-first mindset in development practices. Salary This is a Freelance/Contractor role with potential for future project work.

Architect, develop, and maintain PHP back-end web applications with APIs, integrate headless CMS platforms like Craft CMS, manage AWS infrastructure, and collaborate on front-end development using Next.js. | 5+ years full-stack development with deep PHP/Laravel and Craft CMS expertise, strong AWS and GraphQL experience, proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks, DevOps skills, and excellent communication. | Description You're a highly experienced developer who loves the challenge of building robust, scalable, and efficient systems. While you're comfortable across the full stack, you have a deep expertise in PHP, with a strong preference for the Laravel framework. You excel at server-side architecture, managing complex AWS infrastructure, and, most importantly, integrating with headless CMS platforms. Your expertise in Craft CMS is a key part of your skill set, and you have a solid understanding of how to build seamless APIs for modern front-ends like Next.js. * This role is a contractor - temp to perm. Requirements Responsibilities: • Contribute to front-end development when needed, specifically with modern JavaScript frameworks like Next.js. • Architect, develop, and maintain complex web applications with a strong emphasis on PHP back-end architecture and APIs. • Integrate and work extensively with headless CMS platforms, with a focus on Craft CMS. • Build and manage our AWS infrastructure. • Develop and maintain efficient APIs for front-end consumption, particularly for applications built with Next.js. • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and other DevOps practices. • Optimize back-end performance and ensure data security. • Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration and functionality. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the full stack, with a tilt towards the back-end. Qualifications: • 5+ years of professional full-stack development experience • Strong understanding of modern front-end frameworks, especially Next.js. • Deep expertise in PHP, with a preference for Laravel. • Significant, hands-on experience with Craft CMS. • Deep understanding of AWS services (e.g., EC2, Cloudfront, RDS, Lambda). • GraphQL experience is a must. • Proficiency in React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and headless CMS’s • Experience with server setup and configuration.Familiarity with DevOps principles and tools. • Proficiency in version control systems (Git). • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Excellent proactive communication and collaboration abilities. • Experience with data migration and testing frameworks. Bonus Points: • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). • A security-first mindset in development practices. Salary and Benefits: • $70,000 - 88,000 is the salary for this position. This represents only a portion of the overall package. • Generous paid time off - holidays, accrued PTO • Referral bonus • Opportunity for commission • * This role is a contractor - temp to perm. Equal Opportunity Employer: Metajive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Salary Description $70,000 - $88,000