Front End Developer (ID: wPgi4IyJ)

Backed by a global AI and Automation cloud platform Esker, we are now seeking a talented and flexible Senior Front End Developer to help us build the world's best eSourcing solution. You will be responsible for developing intuitive and robust user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, and React Js, and ensuring responsive, cross-platform, cross-browser support.

Company Overview:

A pioneering e-Procurement software company based in Stroud, Gloucestershire. We develop and sell innovative web applications to procurement professionals world-wide. Our clients include Imperial Brands, Salvation Army, Aldi, Specsavers, Toyota, Halfords, Marriott, Liverpool FC, Dallas Cowboys to name but a few who save costs by using our solutions to streamline procurement processes and enhance efficiency.

Front End Developer Main Responsibilities:

Frontend and JS development of our SaaS application:

•     Building both every day and innovative features to add value for users
•     Contributing to and reviewing user stories, requirements, design documents and new features
•     Taking part in sprint meetings, project reviews and regular catch-ups
•     Identifying new technologies and techniques which we can use to improve our products
•     Implementing existing ideas for UX improvement
•     Defining and maintaining our frontend technology strategy

Ensuring that the Frontend of our product is second to none:

•     Using technologies including HTMS, CSS, JavaScript and React to implement UI
•     Working with the rest of the development team to deliver a complete working solution
•     Writing test scenarios and automated tests based on the use case and requirements
•     Collaborating with the QA team to investigate and resolve issues before deployment
•     Developing a basic understanding of other parts of our software stack (Ruby on Rails, MySQL, Google Cloud Platform)
•     Supporting other parts of the wider business (Marketing, Sales, Support)

Requirements: Proven experience with:

•     HTML/CSS/JavaScript
•     JavaScript frameworks e.g. React, Angular, Vue
•     CSS processing e.g. SCSS, PostCSS
•     Server-side build pipelines using Webpack
•     Continuous Integration & Delivery and DevOps tools and practices e.g. GitHub Actions
•     Knowledge of version control systems and workflows (Git), automated browser testing and debugging

    Ideal but not essential - any experience with NodeJS, Yarn, Bootstrap, Redux, JS build tools, unit testing frameworks W3C WCAG 2.1

About You:

•     Strongly creative and analytical, with excellent oral/written communication and influencing skills
•     Strong interpersonal skills, energetic, self-motivated and a good team player
•     Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, passionate about technology
•     Flexible and able to juggle multiple tasks and relationships, whilst paying attention to details
•     Must have a clean, valid driving licence
•     Must be eligible to work in the UK

Desirable:

•     Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
•     Knowledge of procurement
•     Experience of SaaS software
•     Agile Front End development experience - familiar with Scrum or Kanban

Potential Progression Path

We are a young and growing company with big ambitions, recently acquired by Esker S.A., and this additional investment is enabling us to expand our offerings around the world. You'll have the opportunity to build your skill set and experience, take on more responsibilities and greater areas of involvement as we continue to grow.

Benefits:

•     Additional leave
•     Casual dress
•     Company events
•     Company pension
•     On-site parking
•     Private dental insurance
•     Private medical insurance
•     Work from home

Other Benefits:

Lots to mention - direct access to leadership team, personal professional training budget of your choice, extra holiday for your birthday, pension scheme, private medical/dental insurance, quarterly spend vouchers, team away-days, office snacks and pizza lunches......the list goes on.

Schedule:

•     Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

•     Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship in order to have the right to work in the UK?

Education:

•     Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

•     HTML/CSS/JavaScript: 3 years (required)
•     React: 3 years (required)
•     CSS processing e.g. SCSS, PostCSS: 3 years (required)
•     Server-side build pipelines using Webpack: 3 years (required)
•     version control systems and workflows (Git): 3 years (preferred)
•     working in the SaaS industry: 3 years (preferred)
•     Ruby on Rails: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

•     Clean driving licence (required)

Work Location: Remote

Postion: Senior Front End Developer  -  Job Type: Full-time, Permanent  -  Pay: £50,000.00-£65,000.00 per year