Contract JavaScript / React Developer

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Edinburgh is seeking a frontend developer to lead the development of high-quality responsive features. Candidates should have proven experience with React.js, TypeScript, and ideally a background in design. This full-time role offers remote working and a supportive environment for all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in modern front-end development using React.js, TypeScript, and Next.js.
• Comfortable working in small agile teams under tight deadlines.
• Strong portfolio of front-end builds with a focus on UX/UI excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the development of high-quality, responsive front-end features.
• Translate product and UX designs into performant, maintainable code.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers and full-stack engineers.

Skills

React.js

TypeScript

Next.js

Chakra UI

Usability

GitHub Actions

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

• Lead on the development of high-quality, responsive front-end features
• Translate product and UX designs into performant, maintainable code
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers and full-stack engineers
• Contribute to component libraries and reusable design systems
• Proven expertise in modern front-end development using React.js, TypeScript, and Next.js
• Experience using Chakra UI and react-hook-form in production environments
• Familiarity with GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflows
• Exposure to AWS Cloud services
• Strong eye for design, layout, and usability - ideally with design or creative background
• Comfortable working in small agile teams under tight deadlines
• Strong portfolio of front-end builds with a focus on UX/UI excellence

Initial interviews will be scheduled Friday 6th June. This is a full-time contract with remote working available.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.