Front End React Developer

Front End React Developer – Up to £55,000

This client operates in the entertainment industry and is looking for a Front-End React Developer to help to take them to the next level!

Remote with the opportunity to work from one of their clients offices: Preston, Liverpool, Manchester or London

Role Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Data Engineer to play a crucial role in modernising our clients data infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust data pipelines that extract data from their transactional systems and seamlessly integrate it into their Snowflake data warehouse. Your work will empower data-driven decision-making across the company, enabling us to better understand customer behaviour, optimise pricing strategies, and enhance the overall user experience. Our development team is small but moves quickly, so an understanding of agile workflow and developing in an iterative process is an advantage.

My client is seeking a passionate individual who looks to continually improve their skills, whilst keeping abreast of modern data pipeline technologies.

Role Summary:

As an integral member of the team, you will need the technical background and expertise to suggest approaches to designing, developing and maintaining the front end of our clients applications. You will be contributing at the forefront of their applications that serve their customers and make a real impact on their industry.

There will be the opportunity to work on a variety of projects where the client will provide an environment to learn new skills and develop on a personal and professional level. As the team has grown so has our clients commitment towards providing the necessary support and training to equip our developers with the resources and tools to deliver their best work. They work with their team to develop personal career plans not just in their areas of expertise but also provide the opportunity to explore other areas of interest that can grow their skills and shape their career pathway.

As a forward-thinking, agile company the client is consistently adopting strategies that keep them ahead of their competitors and provide a real impactful experience for their customers, with technology being at the centre. This role provides an opportunity for individuals to actively contribute and share their ideas within a collaborative team environment. You will be encouraged to bring their unique perspectives to the table and have a meaningful voice in discussions.  

Person Specification:

As a ‘React Developer’ you will play a pivotal role in their development team and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment upholding industry best standards to help build stable solutions. You will be a self-driven individual who is organised and possesses a high level of communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. You will have proven experience designing and developing front-end applications within a team with familiarity working closely with backend developers, QA and other stakeholders to receive feedback.  

As a React developer, you will be capable of suggesting the best approach to finding solutions and can contribute to a project from concept to completion. Our development teams move quickly, so an understanding of agile workflows and developing in an iterative process is desirable.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years Commercial experience with React JS Framework.
• Familiar with modern JavaScript syntax and patterns
• Experience developing within the JavaScript eco-system using tools such as NPM.
• Demonstrable understanding of user experience (UX) & best practice
• Experience with GIT version control and GitHub
• Integrating with 3rd Party Software
• Demonstrate knowledge of security best practices
• Ability to discuss technical solutions with team members and other stakeholders and provide innovative new ideas for solutions
• Experience with Agile process

Desirable Requirements:

• TypeScript experience
• Exposure to Jira as a project management tool
• Familiarity with Copilot or other AI tools to increase efficiency
• PHP / Mysql
• AWS
• Experience with ElasticSearch
• Maintain a high awareness of industry issues and trends, particularly in regard to accessibility, usability, and emerging technologies, and keep team members informed as appropriate

They will you be offered

In return for your commitment and enthusiasm, you can look forward to excellent working conditions in a progressive and growing company. The client have a friendly informal and lively culture, where everyone is trusted to take ownership of their workload. You’ll be challenged but rewarded by working for this evolving business, where you’ll enjoy team outings, charity fundraising activities and going to events. They can offer:

• Home Working with a requirement to occasionally come to one of our offices
• Cycle to work scheme / Tech scheme after 1 year of service
• Company pension
• Health insurance provided by Vitality after 1 year of service
• Sick Pay
• Full training, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth
• Increase holiday entitlement after 1 year of service
• Company MacBook Pro 
• Flexible working hours 
• Free parking (at our Head office in Preston) 
• Opportunities to attend tech conferences (PHP UK, AWS Summit, WebSummit).
• Dedicated time to explore and adopt new tech and innovations.

Important Information: The successful applicant must agree to a Basic Disclosure under the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) procedures. Employment will be confirmed to the successful applicant subject to a satisfactory Disclosure report.