Front End Developer - Lead

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead with a strong focus on frontend development and expertise in PHP, open-source frameworks (e.g., Laravel), MVC frameworks, and React. The ideal candidate has a consulting background, is client-facing, and excels at communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. This role requires gathering client requirements, estimating resources and timelines, and delivering high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical lead for client projects, focusing on frontend development.
• Leverage expertise in Laravel and MVC frameworks for robust backend integrations.
• Build and maintain high-performance web applications using React.
• Engage directly with clients, gathering requirements and translating them into actionable development plans.
• Provide estimates on team size, workload, and timelines for project delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of deliverables.
• Balance technical leadership with hands-on development as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Technical Lead, ideally in a consulting or agency setting.
• Strong PHP and Laravel framework skills; familiarity with other open-source technologies is a plus.
• Expertise in React and other modern frontend frameworks.
• Deep understanding of MVC frameworks and their application in web development.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Experience scoping projects, estimating resources, and managing client expectations.
• Familiarity with companies like North Point Digital, Talenter, or similar consulting firms is a plus.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $50 to $70 per hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.