Lead Front-End Engineer

Merative

Merative

Software Engineering

Dublin, Ireland

Posted on May 14, 2026
Cúram by Merative empowers governments around the world to deliver smarter, faster, and more compassionate social services. For more than 25 years, Cúram has helped national, regional, and local governments modernize social programs, equip caseworkers with powerful tools, and connect individuals and families to the support they need. Trusted across 12 countries and jurisdictions, available in 14 languages, and supporting more than 970 government programs, the Cúram platform helps protect and serve 187 million people annually—from large-scale national modernization initiatives to mission-critical child welfare and social care systems. This isn’t just software—it’s the digital safety net that helps communities thrive.

We’re looking for a Lead Front-End Engineer with deep expertise in building modern React applications and a strong commitment to accessibility. You’ll play a key role in shaping user experiences that are not only visually polished and performant, but also inclusive and usable by everyone.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead development of complex, scalable front-end features using React

  • Champion accessibility best practices across the entire front-end stack

  • Translate design systems and UX requirements into high-quality, reusable components

  • Partner closely with designers, product managers, and backend engineers

  • Conduct code reviews and mentor other engineers on front-end and accessibility standards

  • Identify and address performance bottlenecks and usability issues

  • Advocate for inclusive design and influence product decisions with accessibility in mind

  • Contribute to and maintain component libraries and design systems

  • Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG)

Required Skills:

Core Technical Skills

  • 8+ years of experience in front-end development

  • Strong expertise in React (hooks, state management, component architecture)

  • Solid understanding of modern JavaScript and TypeScript

  • Experience with CSS architectures (e.g. CSS Modules, styled-components, Tailwind)

  • Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g. Jest, React Testing Library)

Accessibility Expertise

  • Deep understanding of web accessibility principles and standards (WCAG 2.1+)

  • Hands-on experience building accessible UIs (ARIA roles, semantic HTML, keyboard navigation)

  • Experience using accessibility testing tools (e.g. Axe, screen readers)

  • Ability to identify and remediate accessibility issues in existing applications

  • Strong empathy for users with diverse needs

Engineering & Collaboration

  • Experience designing scalable component systems and front-end architecture

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to cross-functional teams

  • Experience mentoring or leading other engineers

  • Proactive mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

Nice to Have/Preferred Skills:

  • Experience working with design systems at scale

  • Knowledge of performance optimization techniques

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices

  • Experience with SSR frameworks (e.g. Next.js)

  • Exposure to internationalization (i18n) and localization

  • Experience in regulated industries or accessibility compliance-heavy environments

Compensation


The salary range provided in this job posting is intended to reflect the general market value for the position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific requirements of the role. This range may also be subject to change as market conditions evolve. We encourage open communication throughout the interview process to discuss compensation expectations. For base-salary + commission sales roles, the range represents On-Target Earnings.

Min – Max :

€75,808.00 - €113,712.00 (EUR)

Benefits

The benefits described represent the current offerings at our organization, however, benefits are subject to change and may vary by location and employment status. We strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, wellness, and financial goals. Please note that benefits may be discussed in more detail during the hiring process.

  • Vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones

  • Paid leave benefits

  • Health plan cover through Irish Life Health

  • Employer and employee pension contributions

  • Bike2work program/benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP – and more!

It is the policy of Merative to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, HIV status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Merative will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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