Lead Front-End Engineer

Job Description

Company Overview

Thomson Reuters is a globally recognized technology and information company serving professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media industries. The company is known for building advanced digital platforms and AI-powered solutions that help organizations improve productivity, streamline operations, and make informed decisions.

With a strong focus on innovation, cloud technologies, and intelligent software systems, Thomson Reuters continues to expand its engineering teams to support next-generation digital products. The CoCounsel platform is one of the company’s flagship AI-driven initiatives designed to transform professional workflows through modern technology and user-focused experiences.

Job Details

• Job Title: Lead Front-End Engineer
• Company: Thomson Reuters
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Mode: Remote / Hybrid
• Experience Required: 7+ Years
• Department: Software Engineering
• Industry: Information Technology & Software Services

Job Description

Thomson Reuters is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Front-End Engineer to join the CoCounsel Core team. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about developing scalable, high-performance web applications and leading modern frontend architecture initiatives.

As a Lead Front-End Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, backend engineers, UX designers, and AI solution specialists to create intuitive and efficient user experiences. You will play a critical role in building enterprise-grade interfaces that support advanced AI-powered applications and legal technology platforms.

The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in React.js, TypeScript, frontend system design, component architecture, performance optimization, and modern UI engineering practices. Leadership experience and the ability to mentor engineering teams are highly valued for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable frontend applications using modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries
• Lead frontend architecture discussions and technical decision-making processes
• Collaborate with backend engineers and product teams to deliver high-quality features
• Build reusable UI components and maintain scalable design systems
• Optimize application performance, responsiveness, and accessibility standards
• Conduct code reviews and enforce engineering best practices across the team
• Mentor junior and mid-level frontend developers within the organization
• Ensure seamless integration with APIs, cloud services, and AI-driven workflows
• Participate in agile development cycles, sprint planning, and technical discussions
• Troubleshoot frontend issues and improve application stability and performance

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional frontend development experience
• Strong expertise in React.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Experience with frontend state management libraries and component-driven architecture
• Deep understanding of responsive web design and cross-browser compatibility
• Knowledge of REST APIs, GraphQL, and modern integration practices
• Familiarity with cloud-based development environments and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working with scalable enterprise applications
• Strong understanding of frontend security, accessibility, and performance optimization
• Leadership experience in mentoring or managing frontend engineering teams
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI-powered applications or SaaS platforms
• Familiarity with testing frameworks such as Jest or Cypress
• Knowledge of design systems and UI/UX collaboration workflows
• Experience working in agile product development environments

Benefits

Employees joining Thomson Reuters can expect a professional and innovation-driven work environment with opportunities for long-term career growth.

Benefits may include:

• Flexible remote or hybrid working opportunities
• Professional development and technical learning programs
• Access to modern engineering tools and technologies
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• Career advancement opportunities within global engineering teams
• Health and wellness support programs
• Paid time off and employee assistance resources
• Exposure to large-scale AI and enterprise technology projects

Why Join Thomson Reuters

Working at Thomson Reuters provides engineers with the opportunity to contribute to meaningful technology solutions used by professionals worldwide. The company combines innovation, AI capabilities, and enterprise-grade engineering to create impactful digital products.

The CoCounsel Core engineering team focuses on delivering intelligent user experiences that simplify complex workflows and improve productivity for enterprise users. Engineers joining this team will work on cutting-edge frontend technologies while collaborating with experienced professionals in software engineering, AI systems, and product innovation.

This position is particularly suitable for experienced frontend developers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges, building scalable systems, and leading engineering initiatives in a modern technology environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply for the Lead Front-End Engineer – CoCounsel Core Technologies position through the official careers portal of Thomson Reuters.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare:

• An updated professional resume
• Portfolio or GitHub profile showcasing frontend projects
• Details about frontend architecture and leadership experience
• Information about React.js, TypeScript, and enterprise application development experience

Shortlisted candidates may go through multiple interview rounds including technical assessments, frontend architecture discussions, and leadership evaluations.

Professionals with strong frontend engineering expertise and leadership capabilities are encouraged to apply for this opportunity and contribute to the future of AI-powered enterprise platforms.