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Lead Developer/Senior Engineer

A global marketing and advertising company with over 120 years of innovation in reaching and engaging audiences.
Aarhus, Denmark
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
6+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Consumer
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Job Description

Merkle, a part of Dentsu, is seeking a Senior Developer/Lead Engineer to join their team in Aarhus, Denmark. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on frontend architecture and implementation. The position offers an opportunity to work with a 20+ person frontend team across Merkle Denmark, with significant collaboration opportunities between offices and offshore teams in the Philippines.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of web development experience, with deep expertise in Vue, Nuxt, TypeScript, and SCSS. They should be comfortable leading projects, making architectural decisions, and mentoring team members while maintaining a strong focus on code quality and performance. The role requires a balance between technical excellence and client communication, as well as a thorough understanding of compliance frameworks and security principles.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension scheme, and various social perks such as daily meals and regular team events. The work environment promotes both professional growth and personal well-being, with a culture that values long-term employee relationships and individual expression.

As the first frontend profile in the Aarhus office, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the local technical direction while being supported by a larger, established team across Denmark. The role combines the excitement of technical leadership with the stability of a well-established global company, making it an ideal position for a senior developer looking to take the next step in their career.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Lead Developer/Senior Engineer

  • Lead projects and make technical decisions
  • Engage in discussions to find best solutions for clients
  • Coach and mentor team members
  • Stay updated with technology developments
  • Design and build large-scale frontend projects
  • Implement compliance regulations in frontend architecture
  • Prioritize between delivery speed and maintainable solutions

Requirements For Lead Developer/Senior Engineer

TypeScript
JavaScript
  • 6+ years of experience in web development
  • Proficiency in Vue, Nuxt, TypeScript, and SCSS ecosystem
  • Strong communication skills and ability to handle client dialogue
  • Experience in creating front-end architecture
  • Knowledge of Security by Design principles
  • Understanding of compliance frameworks (EAA, NIS 2, GDPR, EU AI Act)
  • Proficiency with AI-assisted development workflows
  • Experience with Content management systems
  • Experience with React/Next (bonus)

Benefits For Lead Developer/Senior Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Health insurance
  • Weekly Friday bars
  • Daily breakfast and lunch from in-house chefs
  • Unlimited coffee and tea
  • Wine tasting club
  • Running club
  • Game nights
  • Grand parties and fun events