Frontend developer (Angular to React Migration)
Astra North Infoteck Inc.
- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Experience: 6–10 YearsJob Description: We are looking for a Frontend developer to work on migration of a Java-based banking application UI from Angular to React.js.This role requires a strong blend of frontend migration expertise, backend understanding (Java/Spring Boot), and banking domain knowledge. The candidate will act as a customer-facing lead, driving requirements, design discussions, and Agile delivery while ensuring minimal business disruption.Key Responsibilities1. Angular to React Migration Ownership· Own end-to-end migration of UI components from Angular to React.js· Analyze existing Angular applications, including:· Components and modules· Shared libraries· UI flows and dependencies· State management and validations· Document functional and technical behaviors· Collaborate with architects and developers to define:· Migration strategy· Phased rollout approach· Dependency mapping· Risk mitigation plan2. Java Backend Alignment· Work closely with backend teams to understand:· Spring Boot microservices APIs· Data models and business logic· Integration points and performance considerations· Ensure frontend changes align with backend services and contracts· Conduct impact analysis for backend changes due to UI migration3. Customer Ownership & Stakeholder Management· Act as single point of contact (SPOC) for customer interactions· Lead:· Requirements gathering sessions· Functional walkthroughs· Design discussions· Manage stakeholder expectations across business and IT teams· Present:· Project status· Risks and mitigation plans· Decisions and progress in governance forumsRequired Skills· 5–10 years of experience as a Business Systems Analyst / Technical BSA· Strong experience in Angular to React migration projects· Hands-on understanding of React.js and Angular frameworks· Solid knowledge of Java backend (Spring Boot, microservices)· Experience in Banking / Financial Services domainStrong experience in:· Application migration· UI modernization· Impact analysis· Expertise in:· Writing detailed user stories (Agile)· Requirement gathering and documentation· Stakeholder communication and managementNice to Have· Experience in large-scale digital transformation programs· Exposure to performance optimization and scalability considerations· Experience working in hybrid Agile environments