Sr Architect - Front End

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Sr Architect - Front End, based in Denver, Co. The role is Hybrid with 3 days onsite each week. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Architect to drive architecture initiatives across a modern, customer-facing technology platform. This role is responsible for owning architectural challenges end-to-end and influencing how engineering teams design, build, deploy, and scale software solutions. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with a hands-on approach, helping shape architecture standards while remaining actively involved in implementation. You will leverage AI-assisted development tools as part of your daily workflow and help establish best practices for their adoption across the engineering organization. This position focuses heavily on front-end architecture, platform design, shared frameworks, and the patterns that enable engineering teams to deliver scalable, reliable products efficiently. Key Responsibilities Architecture Leadership

• Define and drive front-end architecture strategy across multiple engineering teams.
• Establish standards for web and mobile platforms, shared component libraries, design systems, state management, and API integration patterns.
• Lead architectural decision-making and ensure consistency across products and teams.
• Conduct architecture reviews and provide guidance on complex technical initiatives. Hands-On Technical Contributions
• Develop prototypes and reference implementations that establish architectural direction.
• Contribute code to critical platform components and foundational systems.
• Partner with engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges and improve platform capabilities.
• Support the design and implementation of scalable front-end solutions. Engineering Excellence
• Establish best practices around accessibility, performance, observability, maintainability, and developer experience.
• Mentor engineers and technical leaders on architectural principles and software design.
• Help mature engineering processes and platform governance across the organization.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to balance technical and business priorities. AI-Enabled Development
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Help define how AI can be effectively incorporated into design, development, testing, and documentation workflows.
• Promote best practices for responsible and efficient AI adoption across engineering teams. Required Experience
• 7+ years of experience building and delivering production software solutions.
• At least 3 years of experience in architecture-focused roles, platform engineering, technical leadership, or system design.
• Proven success establishing technical direction across multiple teams or products.
• Experience leading architecture reviews and mentoring engineers. Technical Skills
• Strong proficiency with TypeScript and modern front-end frameworks such as React, Vue, or similar technologies.
• Deep understanding of front-end architecture, component systems, state management, and data-fetching patterns.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals, including object-oriented design, domain-driven design, and scalable system architecture.
• Experience designing and consuming APIs within distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization and accessibility standards.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices.
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted coding tools and development workflows. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience owning or scaling design systems and shared component libraries.
• Familiarity with backend technologies such as C# and .NET.
• Experience with enterprise architecture methodologies and frameworks.
• Experience interviewing, hiring, mentoring, and onboarding technical talent.
• Experience leading platform modernization initiatives, large-scale migrations, or architectural transformations.
• Experience working within financial services, payments, fintech, or other regulated industries. Desired Attributes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to explain complex architectural decisions to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Passion for mentoring engineers and improving engineering practices.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and systems-thinking mindset.

Compensation depends on experience but is typically 110-160k

DOE ABOUT KORE1

Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies. Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.