Front End Developer

Dixons Carphone; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology retailer based in Loughborough is seeking a Front-End Developer to join their digital marketing team. The role involves designing and implementing user interfaces for their website, collaborating closely with design and back-end teams. Ideal candidates will have over three years of proven experience as a Front-End Developer, a strong proficiency in front-end technologies, and the desire to create engaging and user-friendly interfaces. The position also offers a hybrid work model and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Life Assurance

Colleague Discounts on Tech

Access to Champion Health

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• 3 years + proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of front-end technologies.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate design mock-ups.
• Lead the A/B testing roadmap alongside marketing.
• Develop and maintain the front end of web applications.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Proven experience as a Front-End Developer

Experience in working with Bootstrap framework

Experience with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js)

Experience with A/B testing platforms (Optimizely, Adobe Target)

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Tools

Git

Webpack

Job description

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Loughborough Contact Centre
Permanent
Full Time
Grade 3

At Currys we’re united by one passion: to help everyone enjoy amazing technology. As the UK’s best-known retailer of tech, we’re proud of the service our customers receive – and it’s all down to our team of 25,000 caring and committed colleagues. Working as one team, we learn and grow together, celebrating the big and small moments that make every day amazing.

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a highly innovative and agile team? Are you excited by the world of innovative technology? If this sounds like you, we are seeking a highly motivated, ambitious individual with a keen interest in all things Digital Technology.

As a Front-End Developer, you will become an integral part of the wider Digital Marketing team for Mobiles.co.uk and part of the Currys group. You will play a key role in designing and implementing user interfaces for our website. You will work closely with the design and back-end development teams to deliver seamless, responsive, and visually appealing user experiences. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of front-end technologies, a passion for creating user-friendly interfaces, and the ability to stay up to date with industry trends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with UX/UI designers/back-end developers to translate design mock-ups into responsive and interactive web pages and user journeys
• Lead alongside the Marketing Executive to deliver the A/B testing roadmap
• Develop and maintain the front end of our web applications, ensuring fast loading times and smooth user experiences
• Work closely with back-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
• Ensure code is built to all provided viewports and is responsive with mobile first
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in front-end development
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to front-end development
• Work as part of a team, never being afraid to challenge and support concepts and designs
• Welcome and contribute to brainstorming sessions, embracing a culture where no idea is considered a bad idea

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3 years + Proven experience as a Front-End Developer or similar role
• Experience in working with Bootstrap framework
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Experience working with a/b testing platforms such as Optimizely, Adobe Target
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and web services
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Great interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and inspire across the business
• Positive attitude to feedback
• Ability to work to deadlines & under pressure
• Strong typographic skills
• Resourceful, with the ability to make something from nothing

Nice to have:

• Experience with mobile app development (iOS/Android)
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Familiarity with build tools and package managers (Webpack, npm, etc.)
• Understanding of SEO principles

We know our people are the secret to our success. That's why we're always looking for ways to reward great work. You'll find a host of benefits designed to work for you, including:

• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holiday entitlement) and a competitive pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Fantastic Colleague Discounts on Tech with Currys and iD Mobile
• Access to Champion Health
• Hybrid Working (with an expectation to meet in person 2-4 times per month)

Join our team and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you develop the career you want with new opportunities, on-going training and skills for life.

Not only can you shape your own future, but you can help take charge of ours too. As the biggest recycler and repairer of tech in the UK, we’re in a position to make a real impact on people and the planet.

Every voice has a space at our table and we’re committed to making inclusion and diversity part of everything we do, including how we strengthen our workforce. We want to make sure you have a fair opportunity to show us your talents during our application process, so if you need any additional assistance with your application please email [e-mail] and we’ll do our best to help.