Frontend Developer/Design Lead in Manchester - Cathcart Associates Group Ltd

Java Script Works; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company seeks a talented Frontend Developer to blend technical expertise in React and TypeScript with a passion for UI/UX design. In this role, you will lead the development of high-performing applications while ensuring visual consistency and an engaging user journey. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex datasets into clear visualizations and create a cohesive design system. If you are excited about shaping user experiences and driving product design, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading frontend development with a focus on UI/UX.
• Ability to create scalable UIs and design systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement modern, scalable UIs using React and TypeScript.
• Lead the creation of a cohesive design system and reusable component libraries.

Skills

React

TypeScript

UI/UX Design

Data Visualization

Tools

NestJS

AWS

Docker

Job description

Blend Frontend Development with Product & UI/UX Design Leadership

You'll lead the development of modern, high-performing React applications while also owning the design language, visual consistency, and user journey of the product. You'll collaborate closely on both how the platform looks and how it works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement modern, scalable UIs using React and TypeScript.
• Lead the creation of a cohesive design system and reusable component libraries.
• Translate complex datasets into clear, accessible visualizations for cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Exposure to IoT concepts and devices.
• Familiarity with backend environments (NestJS, AWS, Docker).
• Understanding of analytics, telemetry, or machine learning-driven UI design.