Senior Full Stack Typescript Developer Jobs in Newark, NJ

Senior Full-Stack Engineer (Director)Newark, New Jersey, United StatesDirector-Level Full Stack Engineer (React / Node.js)Location: Remote or Hybrid (U.S.) Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Financial Services / Investment Technology US Citizen/Green Card holders onlyOur client, a leading global investment technology organization, is seeking a Director-Level Full Stack Software Engineer to join a highly visible team responsible for building next-generation applications that support complex investment, analytics, and portfolio workflows. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in an Agile environment, enjoys architecting scalable solutions, and is passionate about delivering exceptional user experiences.

What You'll DoDesign, develop, and enhance custom UI components and full-stack features aligned with project requirementsWork within modern AWS-based development environments, including CLI and sandbox/local setupsBuild high-quality front-end applications using React, TypeScript, and modern design systemsCollaborate with Tech Leads, Product Owners, and Business Analysts to transform business needs into scalable, production-ready applicationsBalance multiple initiatives and workstreams in a fast-paced environmentResearch emerging technologies, build proofs of concept, and help guide architectural decisionsDeliver intuitive and elegant user interfaces using Material Design & MUIParticipate in the creation of personas, user scenarios, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI mockupsEnsure solutions meet business goals through user testing, performance validation, and continuous improvementRequirements:10+ years of full-stack development experience, ideally within high-scale or data-intensive environmentsExpert-level proficiency with React/Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, and TurboRepoExperience with GraphQL, REST APIs, and microservicesStrong command of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, CSS Modules, Storybook, and modern component libraries (e.g., Radix UI)Hands-on experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, Graph DB, etc.)Strong experience with Docker and deploying applications in AWS cloud environmentsSolid understanding of UI/UX design principles and ability to collaborate with design teamsProficiency with Git and enterprise version control workflowsExperience implementing token-based authentication and modern security patternsBackground in building scalable, high-availability applicationsExperience writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests across the full stackFamiliarity with automated testing frameworks such as Cypress, Test containers, and VitestPreferred: Experience with Figma, ReactFlow, Redux, Jotai, and advanced design systemsBackground in decomposing monoliths into microservicesKnowledge of authentication mechanisms and security best practicesFamiliarity with Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and enterprise DevOps pipelinesExperience working within the SAFe Agile methodologyBachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or a related fieldExperience using AI-assisted development workflows, including generating components from design systemsHighly Preferred: React/Redux, TypeScript, Node.js, D3PNPM, SASS/CSS3, HTML5, JSX, ES6Jest/Vitest, Cypress, TestcontainersNGiNx and AWS cloud servicesStrong grounding in React fundamentals (components, hooks, lifecycle)Understanding of authentication, authorization, SSL, and other modern security conceptsWho Thrives Here: This role suits someone who: Enjoys solving complex technical and data challengesThrives in a collaborative, fast-paced Agile environmentBoldly adopts new technologies and champions engineering excellenceIs passionate about building beautiful, intuitive applications that users loveIf you're an accomplished full-stack engineer looking for an opportunity to influence architecture, shape user experiences, and build high-impact applications in the financial domain, we'd love to connect.