NextJS Developer

SThree; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Flexible compensation options

Paid time off of 20+ days per year

Job summary

SThree is seeking an experienced NextJS/React Developer for contract work in London. You will contribute to modern web applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid setup, delivering high-quality UI solutions.

The role targets 5–10 years in web development, strong JavaScript, and NextJS expertise, with a competitive daily rate of £500–£700. Authorization to work in the UK is required and project-based engagements are expected.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years in web development with React and JavaScript.
• Experience building with NextJS or similar modern React frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Authorized to work in the United Kingdom and comfortable with hybrid London work.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain responsive UIs using React and NextJS.
• Write clean, maintainable JavaScript following best practices.
• Collaborate with designers, backend developers and product teams.
• Implement features from design specs and optimise performance.
• Participate in code reviews and support Agile delivery.

Skills

React

JavaScript

NextJS

Agile

HTML/CSS

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Tailwind CSS

API integration

CI/CD pipelines

Scrum certification

Job description

We're looking to build our React expertise with a skilled NextJS Developer who can contribute to meaningful web development projects. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future NextJS Developer roles within our expanding technology practice, positions that could support the delivery of modern, scalable web applications.

About The Opportunity

Roles of this type may sit within collaborative, fast-paced development teams working on contemporary web applications. The work could involve partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to design, build and maintain responsive user interfaces using React and NextJS, with scope to deliver high-quality solutions across a range of client and internal projects. These are contract positions based in London, offering the flexibility to contribute your expertise on a project basis.

Typical Role Overview

• Location: London, Greater London, England — hybrid working
• Type: Contract
• Full-time
• Rate: £500–700 per day
• Experience: 5–10 years in web development and React-focused roles
• Key focus: React, NextJS, JavaScript and modern web development practices

What You Would Do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Building and maintaining responsive user interfaces using React and NextJS
• Writing clean, maintainable JavaScript code following best practices and coding standards
• Collaborating with designers, backend developers and product teams to deliver cohesive solutions
• Implementing features from design mockups and technical specifications
• Optimising application performance and user experience
• Participating in code reviews and contributing to continuous improvement of development practices
• Working within Agile teams to deliver incremental value

What You Could Bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

Must-have

• 5–10 years' experience in web development with a strong focus on React and JavaScript
• Demonstrable experience building applications with NextJS or equivalent modern React frameworks
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and core web technologies (HTML, CSS)
• Experience working in Agile environments and delivering iterative solutions
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
• Authorization to work in the United Kingdom

Nice-to-have

• Familiarity with Tailwind CSS or other utility‑first CSS frameworks
• Experience with API integration and microservices architecture
• Certification such as Meta Front‑End Developer Certificate, freeCodeCamp Front End Libraries (React), or JavaScript Certification (JSE/JSA)
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices
• Agile or Scrum certification

What Roles Of This Type Could Offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Opportunity to work on diverse, modern web development projects with leading organisations
• Flexibility of contract‑based engagement with hybrid working arrangements in London
• Exposure to contemporary development practices, tools and technologies
• Potential for project extension and future engagement opportunities
• Access to professional development and learning resources
• Competitive daily rate of £500–700 reflecting your experience and expertise
• Pension contribution and flexible compensation options where applicable
• Paid time off of 20+ days per year

About SThree

SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.

We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting‑edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds