Front End Developer - JavaScript, Node.JS, React and GraphQL

IO Global; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading blockchain research firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Front End Developer. The role involves building high-quality web assets using technologies like React and JavaScript. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design principles and experience in a collaborative environment. This position offers remote work and development opportunities.

Benefits

Remote work

Laptop reimbursement

Learning & Development opportunities

Competitive PTO and Sick Leave plan

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment delivering web assets.
• Expert level understanding of JavaScript and React.
• Ability to thrive in evolving environments and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Build reusable and well-commented code for future use.
• Optimize code for speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to improve project vision.

Skills

JavaScript

React

HTML

CSS

Node JS

Git workflows

Responsive design

Education

Completion of a relevant degree such as Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Jira

Slack

Next.js

Gatsby

GitHub

Job description

Who are we?

IOG, is a technology company focused on Blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability. Our projects include decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain technology globally.

We invest in the unknown, applying our curiosity and desire for positive change to everything we do. By fueling creativity, innovation, and progress within our teams, our products and services are designed for people to be fearless, to be changemakers.

What the role involves

As an experienced Front End Developer, you play a key role in ensuring delivery of IOG’s web assets - a key means by which the public interact with our products and the efforts of the business as a whole.

Beyond just being an efficient way of accessing information, we want our sites to represent the best in class for their design and build – a reflection of the products we create. You’ll be joining a strong team operating on a Jamstack set-up consisting of Gatsby, GitHub and Netlify CMS. You should be well versed in these technologies as well as JavaScript, Node JS, React and GraphQL.

• Build reusable, well commented code and libraries for future use
• Optimize code for maximum speed and scalability
• Contributing to process, tooling and workflow improvements
• Work with marketing, design & content teams as well as product management to realise and improve upon vision for a project as it is deployed public
• Working with QA function to ensure builds are compliant with agreed test cases & standards
• Implementation of site builds in accordance with current IOG technical stack (Next.js and headless CMS driven static site generation).
• Implementation of project deliverables to agree upon deadlines.
• Collaboration with the rest of the Web Development team to share best practices & assist with project delivery.
• Maintenance of deployed assets post launch.
• Usage of work tracking software (Jira, Slack)

The above list of responsibilities is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation.

Who you are

• Completion of a relevant degree such as Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment where you regularly ship public facing web assets
• Experience working as part of a team, often working on parts of a larger project and collaborating with others
• Expert level understanding of JavaScript
• Expert level understand of React and passion for the React ecosystem
• Strong knowledge of JS ecosystem, such as NPM, Node JS, and Jamstack
• Expert skills in HTML / CSS / LESS / SASS
• Well versed with Git workflows
• Proficient in cross-browser and cross-device compatibility and how to build responsive, mobile first layouts.
• Good understanding of SEO principles
• Capable of thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments—adept at managing shifting priorities and consistently meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Composed and focused under pressure, with a thoughtful and methodical approach to high-stakes problem solving.
• A keenness to learn and share your knowledge with the team
• Working with UX/Design teams as well as good understanding of design principles
• Basic knowledge of image and design editing tools e.g. Sketch, Photoshop, Zeplin
• Self-motivated, independent thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Remote work
• Laptop reimbursement
• New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Competitive PTO and Sick Leave plan

At IOG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.