React Web Developer - Headless CMS & Integrations

Heriot-Watt University; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 37,694 - 47,389; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh is seeking a Web Developer to build and maintain frontend applications using React and a modern headless CMS (Contensis). You will develop scalable interfaces, integrate with internal and external systems, and work in an agile team to deliver high-quality web experiences.

The role requires strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js/TypeScript, with experience in API-driven architectures and CMS platforms.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Computer Science (or related discipline) or equivalent practical experience.
• Essential: Proven web developer with React and frontend experience in complex systems.
• Essential: Strong HTML, CSS, JavaScript; solid Node.js, TypeScript, JSON and API-driven architectures.
• Essential: Experience with CMS platforms, ideally headless; Git-based workflows; Jira; stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frontend web applications using React and Contensis on the university sites.
• Build and manage headless CMS interfaces with Contensis; work with Node.js, TypeScript and RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with designers and content teams to deliver accessible, performant UIs.
• Ensure code quality, security, and accessibility; participate in agile ceremonies.

Skills

React

Headless CMS (Contensis)

Node.js

TypeScript

JSON/API driven architectures

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

GitLab workflows

Jira

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Contensis framework

GitLab

REST APIs

Job description

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh is seeking a Web Developer to build and maintain frontend applications using React and a modern headless CMS (Contensis). You will develop scalable interfaces, integrate with internal and external systems, and work in an agile team to deliver high-quality web experiences.

The role requires strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js/TypeScript, with experience in API-driven architectures and CMS platforms.