Full Stack Technical Lead

Active Theory is an award-winning creative studio that creates top-quality digital experiences globally. We push the boundaries of digital innovation, delivering work that resonates worldwide.

As a Full Stack Technical Lead, you’ll architect, lead development, and deliver cutting-edge interactive web experiences for high-profile clients. You’ll collaborate across creative, production, and technical disciplines to scope and turn ambitious ideas into scalable, performant digital products

Key Responsibilities:
• Architect and develop web platforms using open source technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React/Vue/Svelte, Node.js, and standard tech used within the studio and our clients.
• Learn and develop expertise in Hydra, Active Theory's proprietary web framework, for project-specific implementations and maintenance
• Uphold technical standards for key client partnerships and accounts
• Lead technical planning, capacity management, the technical team, and project delivery for large-scale initiatives
• Launch and deliver projects successfully, meeting project and client objectives
• Create technical documentation, information architecture and technical diagrams and be able to communicate highly technical concepts clearly to all stakeholders
• Interface directly with clients on technical requirements, integrations, and project planning
• Integrate AI workflows and manage complex backend systems.
• Work with Google Cloud Platform and AWS where needed.
• Manage technical areas including analytics, SEO implementation, security, and accessibility compliance
• Provide technical leadership through code reviews and team mentorship

Requirements:
• 5+ years full stack development experience with team leadership background
• Strong system architecture skills for multi-stakeholder projects
• Proven client-facing communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Product engineering mindset with capacity planning expertise
• Digital agency experience preferred
• Available to work US time zones (between ET and PT preferred)

What Success Looks Like:
• Deliver projects on time, on budget, meeting all client goals and technical requirements
• Autonomously lead end-to-end project delivery from scoping through launch
• Build strong client relationships through technical expertise and clear communication
• Accurately assess project requirements and provide strategic team structure recommendations
• Maintain high code quality standards through active contribution and effective code reviews
• Successfully communicate complex technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Provide technical leadership that elevates team performance

Our Values & Culture
At Active Theory, we create a culture where people feel valued and supported. We collaborate with top talent and tools, producing work we're proud of. Our environment fosters creativity, allowing every team member to contribute to something exceptional.

🏆 Top-Tier Excellence - We deliver exceptional work, reflecting high standards and creating standout experiences that set industry benchmarks.

🚀 Pioneering - Innovation is central to our work. We solve problems creatively, embrace change, and take risks to redefine possibilities.

🌱 Curiosity - We are driven by curiosity and a growth mindset, questioning the status quo and staying open to new ideas and learning.

⚡ Nimbleness - In a fast-paced world, we value adaptability and speed. We pride ourselves on quick turnarounds, delivering high value swiftly while embracing time constraints.