Front End Developer

About the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive web applications using modern front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate design concepts into functional code.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement interactive features and enhance user experience.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across different browsers and devices.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in front-end development.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Work closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data flow between front-end and back-end systems.
• Contribute to project planning and provide estimates for development tasks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Front-End Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with front-end frameworks and libraries such as React, Angular, Vue.js, or similar.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with build tools and package managers (e.g., Webpack, npm, Yarn).
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with TypeScript.
• Familiarity with server-side rendering and frameworks such as Next.js or Nuxt.js.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD).
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
• Understanding of web performance optimization techniques.

Please note that the above job description is specific to the Front End Developer position at Duncan & Ross Consulting.