Front-End Engineering Tech Lead

WORK OPTION: Remote

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The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.  Built around five professional sports leagues:  the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents.  NBA rosters at the start of the 2023-24 season featured a record 125 international players from 40 countries and territories.  NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass.  The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms.  NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness. 

Group Summary:
The Direct-to-Consumer group at the NBA is responsible for delivering world-class digital experiences to our global audience. This group focuses on enhancing fan engagement through innovative technology solutions, ensuring that every interaction with the NBA's digital properties is seamless, enjoyable, and memorable.

Position Summary:
The Front-End Engineering Tech Lead at the NBA will oversee the development and maintenance of ground breaking web applications, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience for millions of fans worldwide. This role involves leading a team of talented front-end developers, collaborating with multi-functional teams, and driving the adoption of best practices and innovative technologies.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of front-end architecture and standards for web applications and digital products.
• Lead and develop the front-end team by conducting performance evaluations, managing team workloads, and supporting career development for team members.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, stakeholders, and backend developers to define project requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and implement innovative web solutions.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to front-end development.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.

Required Education/Professional Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or work related experience.
• Extensive experience in front-end development, including experience in a leadership or tech lead role.
• Demonstrable experience in developing large-scale, high-traffic web applications.
• Solid portfolio demonstrating expertise in front-end technologies and frameworks!

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes:

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization techniques and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multi-functional teams!
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices.

Salary Range: $170,000 - $210,000 

Job Posting Title: ​​​​​​​Director 

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