Principal Software Engineer - Frontend (Svelte/TypeScript)

Location: Multiple locations available:

Advance, North Carolina Tampa, Florida About Ashley: Ashley is a global leader in furniture manufacturing and retail, with a strong commitment to digital innovation. Our technology team drives digital transformation across our enterprise, developing cutting-edge solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.

Position Overview: We're seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead frontend development initiatives using modern web technologies, particularly Svelte and TypeScript. This role will be instrumental in architecting and delivering high-performance web applications while mentoring team members and establishing technical standards.

Key Responsibilities: Architect and develop sophisticated frontend solutions using Svelte, TypeScript, and related modern web technologies Lead the technical direction of frontend development practices and establish coding standards Mentor and guide development teams while fostering a culture of engineering excellence Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline deployment processes Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and solutions Drive technical decision-making for frontend architecture and technology selection Contribute to system design and architecture discussions across multiple teams Implement best practices for testing, performance optimization, and accessibility Required Qualifications: 10+ years of software development experience 8+ years of experience with modern frontend frameworks (Svelte, React, or Vue) Strong proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript Extensive experience with DevOps practices and tools (Git, Docker, k8s, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines) Proven track record of leading complex technical projects Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Strong understanding of web performance optimization and security best practices Excellence in technical communication and documentation Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Svelte and SvelteKit Knowledge of e-commerce platforms and solutions Experience with microservices architecture Familiarity with agile development methodologies Startup and business value driven mindset History of contributing to open-source projects Experience with real-time applications and WebSocket implementations Benefits We Offer Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings Professional Development Opportunities Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism Telehealth 401(k) and Profit Sharing Life Insurance Our Core Values Honesty & Integrity Passion, Drive, Discipline Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence Dirty Fingernail Growth Focused

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We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.

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