Senior Software Engineer - Front End

Role Profile

The role holder utilize a JavaScript based framework to implement performant, scalable front end solutions aligned to business needs and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Web Design: Use markup languages like HTML to create user-friendly web pages. Keep up to date with the latest web design technologies and techniques in order to discuss them for inclusion within our website creations.
• Technical Delivery and Support : Write effective, scalable code with unit tests while maintaining and improving PWA applications. Optimize applications for maximum speed. Collaborate with back-end developers and consume backend API’s as well as with the design team to suggest usability improvements. Support product testing and bug fixes; Implement software enhancements and suggest improvements where necessary.
• Documentation: Prepare the necessary technical documentation for developed products.
• Problem solving: Work with the Tech Lead to contribute to the architectural direction of web application development using our proprietary framework. Work closely with the Engineering Manager and the team to ensure there is good cadence of project deliverables. Raise any concerns or potential bottlenecks in due time to ensure project delivery is least affected.
• Product Innovation : Work with the Tech Lead to contribute to the development of mobile web applications against tight deadlines as part of a cross-functional Agile delivery team.
• Team Support : Assist in mentoring of junior team members including holding pair programming sessions. Participate in all stages of the development lifecycle, from concept planning to build, testing and delivery.

Mininum Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years proven work experience as a Front-end developer;
• A bachelor's degree in computer science; Engineering or related field;
• Strong working experience with JavaScript, Angular;
• Familiarity with Figma and/or able to convert wireframe/designs to HTML/CSS/SCSS/Angular page;
• Hands on experience with markup languages;
• Familiarity with browser testing and debugging ex: playwright/cypress;
• In-depth understanding of the entire web development process (design, development and deployment);
• Understanding of layout aesthetics;
• Organized and able to follow best practices regarding code quality, testing and code reviews;
• Familiarity with agile (scrum) environments;
• Experience with SCSS, experience with Ionic and an understanding of security on single page applications.
• Experience working with Launch Darkly is an added advantage

Competencies

• Technically Competent in mentioned tech stack;
• Outstanding Analytical Skills;
• Problem-solving Skills;
• Excellent communication skills