Frontend Developer

Front-End Developer

Salary: £50,000 per year

Location: Leeds (Hybrid – 2 days per week on-site)

Benefits: Plus comprehensive benefits package

About the Role

We're looking for a Front-End Developer to join an established in-house development team supporting a growing international business. You'll work closely with the UX Lead, stakeholders and developers to build and enhance core internal applications used across the organisation.

This role is front-end focused, with opportunities to contribute to backend development within a modern PHP/Laravel environment. You'll be involved in the full development lifecycle—from planning and design to implementation and optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frontend features for core internal systems using Vue.js, Blade, vanilla JavaScript and jQuery.
• Support backend development using Laravel, PHP and MS SQL.
• Translate designs and wireframes into responsive, user-friendly interfaces.
• Collaborate with UX and technical teams to plan and deliver new features focused on accessibility, usability and performance.
• Maintain and enhance existing codebases, including bug fixes, refactoring and new feature development.
• Optimise frontend performance and ensure consistent, accessible user experiences.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 3+ years' experience with a modern JavaScript framework (ideally Vue.js).
• Strong understanding of frontend architecture and state management.
• Good UI/UX awareness and high attention to detail.
• Experience with jQuery and Bootstrap.
• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, Flexbox and Grid.
• Proficient with Git and version control workflows.
• Ability to translate design mockups into clean, responsive interfaces.
• Understanding of accessibility and performance optimisation best practices.
• Confident using browser dev tools for debugging.
• Comfortable working in an Agile environment.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.