Front End Developer – React, Node.js, Next.js

About the role

Capgemini is looking for a Front End Developer with strong experience in React, Node.js and Next.js to join its Lisbon team on a hybrid basis. You will help design, build and maintain high‑performance web applications for leading organisations worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable web applications using React and Next.js.
• Design modern frontend architectures, including micro‑frontend and multi‑frontend solutions.
• Optimize performance through Server‑Side Rendering (SSR), Client‑Side Rendering (CSR), Static Site Generation (SSG) and Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR).
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers and business stakeholders to deliver seamless digital experiences.
• Ensure compliance with web performance, accessibility, SEO and frontend best‑practice standards.

Required profile

• Minimum 6 years of experience as a front‑end developer.
• Hands‑on expertise with React, Next.js and Node.js.
• Solid understanding of SSR, CSR, SSG and ISR.
• Proven experience with micro‑frontend or multi‑frontend architectures.
• Familiarity with headless CMS platforms such as Contentful (nice to have).
• Strong knowledge of web performance optimisation, accessibility standards and SEO best practices.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Portuguese.
• Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban).
• Availability to work on‑site in Lisbon under a hybrid model.

Required skills

• React
• Next.js
• Node.js
• Contentful (optional)
• Micro‑frontend architecture
• SSR, CSR, SSG, ISR
• Web performance optimisation
• Accessibility standards
• SEO best practices

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid work policy supporting work‑life balance.
• Local career acceleration programs for skill development.
• Empowering environment with autonomy and strong peer relationships.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Health and life insurance, referral bonuses and additional fringe benefits.