Lead Web Engineer, DNA.inc

• We are looking for a Lead Web Engineer with 8+ years of professional experience building web apps using modern frontend frameworks. We’re remote-first (Europe), with hybrid options in Amsterdam, Madrid and Valencia
• As a Lead Web Engineer, you'll be expected to have deep technical expertise and stay ahead of emerging industry trends. This includes having a forward-looking mindset regarding the technologies, frameworks, and tools used in web development, and a solid understanding of how they align with business needs
• Your leadership will extend beyond technical guidance to mentorship—coaching team members on not only technical skills but also the soft skills needed for client-facing roles
• You should have demonstrated success in building high-quality web solutions in fast-paced environments, along with the ability to lead the execution of projects over a 0-6 month time horizon, often shaping decisions that have a lasting impact on both the client and the team
• Commercial awareness is important in this role—you'll be expected to understand how your engineering decisions affect business outcomes and to actively participate in discussions that balance technical and business priorities
• A minimum of 8+ years of professional experience in developing web applications, including hands-on experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with React, with a deep understanding of hooks, state management, and rendering
• 5-6+ years of experience with TypeScript and a strong foundation in core web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript ES6+, SASS/SCSS)
• Experience with backend services using Node.js and integration with RESTful APIs
• Proven track record in leading the architecture of large-scale, high-traffic web applications
• Expertise in modern software development practices, including familiarity with CI/CD, testing methodologies (Vitest, Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright), and build tools (Webpack, Vite)
• Comfortable mentoring others in best practices while driving the team's performance toward shared goals
• Business acumen with the ability to communicate how technical decisions impact business outcomes
• Experience working in client-facing environments is highly preferred
• Good communication skills in English both written and verbal
• We are only considering candidates already living in Europe

Desirable

• Take full ownership of web engineering activities for a significant client program. You will drive both the technical direction and the alignment with business objectives, ensuring the highest quality solutions are delivered
• Partner closely with client stakeholders to shape the technical roadmap, translate business goals into technical initiatives, and ensure that project milestones are met
• Mentor and guide a team of 3-5 engineers, helping them navigate complex technical challenges, develop professionally, and deliver exceptional outcomes
• Actively contribute to DNA.inc's internal culture, helping to refine best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Lead the planning, development, and execution of client-facing web projects, driving long-term value for both the client and the DNA team
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, understanding both the technical and business priorities to ensure alignment and drive the product vision
• Drive architectural decisions and technical strategy, ensuring that solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with modern best practices
• Foster a collaborative environment by guiding your team in applying cutting-edge technologies while also mentoring them in refining their engineering craft
• Ensure that project requirements, timelines, and team resources are clearly defined and properly managed
• Shape and iterate on DNA.inc's web engineering practices, promoting innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning