Lead Frontend Developer

Ship.cars is a U.S.-based software development company that delivers а platform disrupting the logistics industry: AI-driven business insights, engaging native mobile apps and single-page web applications, scalable Cloud-native systems streamlining millions of deliveries, and so much more. We don’t shy away from the latest and greatest, and neither should you.

The Bulgaria office is the center of the technology behind Ship.Cars building software solutions.

We are currently looking for a Lead Frontend Developer who thrives at the intersection of code and coordination.

This is a hands-on leadership role that blends technical expertise with team management responsibilities. You’ll be coding alongside your team while guiding their growth and ensuring project success. Our Architecture Lead handles major technical decisions, allowing you to focus on execution, team development, and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Hands-on coding, setting high standards for quality & design, driving AI/LLM adoption.
• Team Leadership: Mentor & coach engineers, foster collaboration, act as technical contact for stakeholders.
• Project Management: Translate requirements into user stories, ensure delivery quality, manage risks & dependencies.
• Process & Collaboration: Improve workflows, remove blockers, streamline communication between tech & product.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Technical Leadership (Hands-on):

• 6+ years of professional experience in web-development and Single Page Applications (SPA)
• 2+ years of experience in a lead or senior role with mentoring responsibilities
• Expert proficiency in Javascript and Typescript
• Strong knowledge of state management libraries (React Query, Redux, etc.)
• Experience with Material UI or equivalent UI Framework
• Solid understanding of 3rd party API integration and advanced security practices
• Experience with Unit Testing frameworks – Jest, Vitest, Testing Library, Cypress, etc.
• Understanding and experience in building and maintaining micro-frontends
• Deep understanding of responsive design concepts and their implementation
• Experience with Claude Code/Cursor/Windsurf or similar tools
• Working closely with Product Owners to shape user stories and clarify requirements
• Identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Experience with project coordination and delivery management
• Strong communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Mindset with genuine interest in team success
• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Ownership mindset with focus on team empowerment
• Qualifications:

We would love to offer you:

• A chance to join a team of professionals that will make you push for excellence
• To excel in your leadership skills in a fast-changing environment
• Excellent remuneration package to free your mind of everyday worries
• Additional health insurance package
• Seminars and team events participation
• Individual training budget
• Food vouchers
• Flexible working hours with 24 days paid time off
• Great office location
• Referral Bonus Program
• Team buildings and corporate parties
• 50% sponsored sports card

_{Are you up for a challenge? Are you ready to join us and take your career to the next level?
Send your CV in English. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.}