Role OverviewParamount is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our Web Engineering organization. In this role, you'll own the technical direction and delivery of frontend experiences across Paramount+ and the other brands we support.
What You Will Do
You'll lead a team of engineers, drive execution on high-impact projects, and raise the bar on code quality, performance, and developer experience — all while shipping features that millions of users interact with every day.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This is a hands-on leadership role that requires technical depth and people leadership, making it a great fit for someone who thrives at the intersection of these two skills.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in web application development
- 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership or lead engineer role
- BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study, or equivalent applicable experience
- Deep knowledge of web application development, best practices, and modern frontend architecture
- Expert-level JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS, Sass, HTML
- Strong experience building production applications with React (including SSR) and Next.js or similar frameworks
- Solid understanding of GraphQL — schema design, resolvers, federation
- Familiarity with monorepo tooling (pnpm workspaces, Turborepo or equivalent)
- Deep understanding of web performance, browser rendering, Core Web Vitals, and the critical rendering path
- Experience with Webpack, Rspack, and/or Turbopack
- Strong testing discipline — Jest, Cypress, or equivalent
- Good understanding of HTTP protocol and caching layers
- Solid knowledge of the HTML DOM and Event APIs
- Demonstrated ability to lead engineers, make architectural decisions, and communicate design concepts clearly — in writing, design reviews, and real-time discussions with engineers at all levels
- Experience using modern AI agents and tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude, Cursor) to improve personal and team productivity
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Disability benefits
- Tuition assistance program
- PTO
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