Frontend Developer (UI/UX)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational technology is seeking a skilled Front End Developer to shape user experiences on innovative platforms. In this remote-first role, you will collaborate to create and enhance user-friendly interfaces while utilizing your expertise in design and development. With a focus on UI/UX principles and a strong portfolio, you'll be instrumental in delivering impactful solutions for educators and employers.

Benefits

Remote-first work culture

Flexible working hours

Life insurance

Flexible benefits package

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Company pension

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Frontend Developer or UX Engineer.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating UI and web experience.
• Deep understanding of UI/UX principles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to conceptualise designs for new features and landing pages.
• Develop and maintain responsive user interfaces using React and Next.js.
• Work with stakeholders for gathering requirements and presenting solutions.

Skills

React

Next.js

UI/UX design

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

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Remote - United Kingdom (must be based in the UK)

We're looking for a talented Front End Developer with 5+ years of experience to join our remote-first team. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience and visual design of our innovative technology platforms in edtech.

In this role, you'll work closely with our Brand Director to translate user requirements and brand guidelines into engaging and effective designs for a mix of landing pages and product features. Your strong skills in web development, particularly with React and Next.js, will be essential, coupled with a keen eye for UI/UX design and a passion for creating intuitive, impactful solutions.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with the Brand Director to conceptualise and build out effective designs for new features, landing pages, and product enhancements.
• Transform software by bringing modern design and UI best practices to the forefront, ensuring a consistent and compelling user experience.
• Develop and maintain responsive user interfaces with React and Next.js.
• Enhance the overall user experience across a diverse suite of web products, contributing directly to platforms used by educators and employers.
• Work with stakeholders across the business to gather requirements and present design solutions.

We're looking for someone who has:

• 5+ years of experience as a Frontend Developer or UX Engineer.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating your ability to design and implement effective user interfaces and web experiences.
• Deep understanding of UI/UX principles and experience with relevant design tools.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to your work.
• The ability to thrive in an autonomous, remote environment while managing your workload effectively.
• Strong communication skills, able to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

This role offers:

• A remote-first work culture with flexible working hours.
• Life insurance.
• A flexible benefits package.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Company pension.

If you're a talented Front End / UX Engineer ready to make a significant impact in the educational technology space by blending design expertise with robust development skills, we encourage you to apply directly via this LinkedIn job posting. Please be sure to include a link to your portfolio!