Lead Frontend Engineer (Vue / React)
JapanDevArtytech
Job description
About Artytech
At Artytech, we support small and medium-sized businesses with web development, digital marketing, and operational solutions that go beyond templates. Based in Koenji, Tokyo, we combine hands-on development with practical business understanding to deliver value.
We’re a small but highly flexible team, working closely with our clients to create web applications, landing pages, and tailor-made digital tools.
If you enjoy building things from scratch, working autonomously, and being part of a team where your voice matters, you’ll feel right at home here.
Our Team
Small, cross-functional team with direct communication
Close collaboration with clients, not endless layers of hierarchy
Opportunities to get involved in multiple projects (web dev, marketing, automation)
Practical and business-oriented development environment
Your Role
As a Frontend Engineer, you’ll be responsible for developing web applications using Vue.js and React, as well as handling frontend logic and collaborating with backend engineers.
We’re also looking for someone who can understand database structures and query logic, and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
You’ll have opportunities to broaden your skills with backend (PHP, WordPress) and AWS-related tasks — we’ll support you in learning these if you’re interested.
What You’ll Do
Develop and maintain frontend features with Vue.js (primary) and React
Responsive UI development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Collaborate with backend engineers and designers
Work with databases and manage query logic
Handle multiple tasks across small-scale agile projects
Requirements
2+ years of experience with Vue.js (important)
Experience with React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Understanding of database structures and query logic
Business communication skills in either English or Japanese
Must reside in Japan and be able to commute to Koenji area
Valid work visa for full-time employment in Japan
Nice to Have
Backend development experience (PHP, WordPress)
AWS Amplify knowledge
Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects (optional, no teaching provided)
Working Conditions
Contract employee (6-month trial period)
Potential for full-time permanent employment after 6 months
Salary: 300,000 – 400,000 JPY/month (before tax) based on experience
Working hours: 10:00 – 19:00 (flexible hours negotiable)
Perks & Work Style
Social insurance (health, pension, unemployment, workers’ compensation)
Commuting allowance
On-site work at first, with hybrid work available after onboarding
Casual dress code
Small, agile team where your opinion matters
Opportunities to learn backend and AWS through real projects
How to Apply
Please send us the following:
1. Your CV / Resume (English or Japanese)
2. Portfolio or GitHub links showcasing your frontend work (required)
3. A brief self-introduction or cover letter
Tell us why you’re interested in Artytech
What kind of projects you like to work on
Any questions or expectations you have about the role
If you're curious about working with a small, agile team where your ideas have real impact, we'd love to hear from you.