Digital Developer (Front End)

Hastings Direct; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible hybrid working

Healthcare cash plan

Pension match up to 10%

27 days leave + bank holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Regular team social events

Job summary

Hastings Direct is seeking a Digital Developer (Front End) to build and maintain modern, scalable front-end applications using JavaScript and React.js. Hybrid working from Bexhill or Leicester, collaboration with UX/UI, backend, and product teams to deliver seamless user experiences.

Key responsibilities include code development, testing, reviews, and contributing to a customer-first approach within an agile Scrum team.

Qualifications

• Experience in agile teams developing enterprise-level applications.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and ReactJS (JSX, Virtual DOM, component lifecycle).
• Experience with React workflows such as Redux or Flux and build tools like Create React App.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, relational databases (SQL) and Java/JVM languages.
• Exposure to SOAP, JSON, XML, and object-oriented design.
• Proficiency with GitHub source control and test-driven development (TDD/BDD).
• Exposure to Guidewire Insurance Suite or other digital insurance products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify software to agreed standards with minimal supervision, applying best practice and tooling.
• Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and document work including GUnit test coverage.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Participate in code reviews, maintain high quality and maintainable code.
• Communicate effectively within the Scrum team, attend daily stand-ups and deliver on user story commitments.
• Support junior team members, contribute to the Development Community of Practice and stay current with evolving technologies.

Skills

JavaScript

ReactJS

Redux/Flux

GitHub

TDD/BDD

REST APIs

SQL

Java/JVM

SOAP/JSON/XML

Build tools

Tools

Redux

GitHub

Create React App

Job description

Digital Developer (Front End)

Hybrid working available from either our Bexhill or Leicester locations. In this role you will build and maintain modern, scalable front‑end applications using JavaScript and React.js.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and modify software to agreed standards with minimal supervision, applying best practice and tooling.
• Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and document work including GUnit test coverage.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Participate in code reviews, maintain high quality and maintainable code.
• Communicate effectively within the Scrum team, attend daily stand‑ups and deliver on user story commitments.
• Support junior team members, contribute to the Development Community of Practice and stay current with evolving technologies.
• Complete mandatory training, uphold fair customer outcomes and challenge processes that do not align with customer‑first principles.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Hands‑on experience in agile teams developing enterprise‑level applications.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and ReactJS (JSX, Virtual DOM, component lifecycle).
• Experience with React workflows such as Redux or Flux and build tools like Create React App.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, relational databases (SQL) and Java/JVM languages.
• Exposure to SOAP, JSON, XML, and object‑oriented design.
• Proficiency with GitHub source control and test‑driven development (TDD/BDD).
• Exposure to Guidewire Insurance Suite or other digital insurance products is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience with annual reviews and a bonus scheme.

Flexible hybrid working and support for home‑office set‑up.

Physical wellbeing support through a healthcare cash plan.

Financial wellbeing package including life assurance, income protection, pension match up to 10%, and additional benefits.

Paid time off: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell a week.

Additional perks such as cycle‑to‑work scheme, technology schemes, discounted onsite facilities, and regular team social events.

Equal Opportunity

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.