Summary
A senior frontend engineering opportunity focused on building shared web infrastructure, deployment systems, and scalable frontend ecosystems using modern JavaScript technologies.
Highlights
Senior frontend role with strong autonomy, focus on architecture, AI-enabled solutions, and improving large-scale developer platforms.
Description
At Sytac, we build high-performing engineering teams for leading organizations.
We combine a pragmatic, people-first culture with technical craftsmanship, giving engineers autonomy in real production environments.
For one of our key clients in the Netherlands, we are looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer to join a tight-knit squad of six engineers building the core frontend infrastructure that powers an entire frontend ecosystem at scale.
You'll work on web libraries, a custom router, a mock server kit, and the Global Frontend Pipelines, deployment-as-code solutions that enable seamless, scalable deployments across a Micro-Frontend architecture used by engineers across the organisation.
What you'll do
Maintain, support, and evolve core web libraries and components, including a custom router and mock server kit, used across the client's frontend ecosystem.Own and improve the Global Frontend Pipelines, built as deployment-as-code solutions enabling scalable Micro-Frontend deployments.Contribute to building AI-powered products and solutions that shape the future of frontend development at scale.Help design and maintain a realistic squad roadmap, balancing new initiatives with platform stability.Contribute to the Frontend Architecture at Touchpoint Platform level.Become a Blue Security Champion for your area, security is a first-class concern.Actively grow your own skills, stay ahead of JavaScript and browser platform developments, and share that knowledge with the team.Create a safe, productive working environment where everyone can do their best work.
What we're looking for
10+ years of experience in software development/engineering within agile organisations.Strong, deep JavaScript skills, you understand the core and know how the language actually works, not just how to use frameworks.Enthusiastic about AI and eager to help build AI-powered products and solutions.Solid experience with the Node.js ecosystem and a genuine interest in keeping up with the latest JavaScript releases.Familiarity with the WebComponents meta-specification.Experience with frontend build tooling such as Webpack and Rollup.Experience with CI/CD tooling, preferably Azure DevOps.Experience with CDN deployments, NFM feeds, release procedures, risk evaluation, and security.Well-versed in TDD, BDD, and testing tools such as Mocha, Chai, Selenium, and Karma.Strong technical communication skills, you engage confidently with internal customers and stakeholders.Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
Nice to have
Experience with Single Page Applications, Server-Side Rendering, or Static Site Generation (e.g.
Next.js).Familiarity with Micro-Frontend architecture patterns and deployment strategies.Background working on shared platform or developer tooling teams, you understand the impact of platform decisions on downstream engineering teams.
Life at Sytac
Working at Sytac means joining a community that prioritizes your growth.
Our benefits package is designed for flexibility, learning, and adventure:
Unlimited Growth Days: Enjoy your professional development and Sytac activities! 📚The Best Gear: Pick a private laptop (
