Frontend Developer

Description

• Create new features within web-based applications in collaboration with the development team • Maintain and improve the web application framework • Ensure best practices are followed, producing clean, secure software • Fix defects and resolve feedback from the product owner with support from the wider team • Write automated unit tests • Investigate defects reported by stakeholders and end users, identifying root causes and delivering appropriate fixes • Attend and engage in team retrospectives and workshops to support continual improvement • Understand business requirements to ensure tasks are completed in line with agile methodology • Provide estimations on tasks to the team • Design, build, and maintain web applications • Collaborate with product, design, and back-end engineering teams to deliver intuitive, performant, and reliable user experiences

Requirements

• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining front-end web applications with Next.js • Experience with CSS/Sass and UI component frameworks such as MaterialUI, including theming • Hands-on experience developing Next.js API backends to support the front end • Understanding of API integrations with backend services • Experience writing automated unit tests using tools such as Jest / React Testing Library • A solid understanding of design principles and clean code practices • Understanding of CI/CD pipeline environments • A commitment to producing high-quality code that meets task requirements • Understanding of enterprise software development and maintenance • Ability to collaborate effectively with tech leads, developers, product teams, QA, and BAs • Awareness of application security compliance and ability to raise concerns appropriately • Understanding of the software product development lifecycle and test processes • Professional, positive approach to work with strong communication skills • Comfortable working both autonomously and as part of a team • Experience in Next.js / React application development • Knowledge of API integrations • Proficiency in TypeScript / Node.js • Experience writing unit tests using tools such as Jest • Experience with CI tools (Jenkins, GitLab Pipelines) from an application configuration perspective • Proficiency with version control tools, particularly Git • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment • A genuine curiosity about software development, with an interest in emerging tools and methodologies

Benefits

• Be part of a dynamic, market-leading Fintech experiencing rapid growth • Flexible work arrangements tailored to role requirements and business needs • Comprehensive wellness initiatives, including mental health resources supported by internally qualified mental health first aiders • Extensive leave provisions, encompassing annual, volunteering, and birthday allowances • Progressive family-oriented policies and benefits, including Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave • Robust compensation package, including pension scheme, healthcare plans, and life assurance • Regular corporate events fostering team cohesion and company culture • Diverse company culture and global working environment • Continuous professional development and career advancement opportunities

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