Senior Frontend Developer

TEC Partners; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Frontend Developer in Greater Manchester. The position involves designing and maintaining critical frontend applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior developers. Candidates should have a strong background in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and React, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to obtain UK security clearance. Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary with benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare

Pension schemes

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Developer focusing on frontend JavaScript, preferably within React.
• Strong knowledge of HTML and CSS for modular frontend experiences.
• Ability to obtain and maintain UK Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable frontend applications using modern technologies.
• Participate in the software development lifecycle from gathering requirements to deployment.
• Mentor and support junior developers to enhance team capabilities.

Skills

Frontend JavaScript development

React

HTML

CSS

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving skills

CI/CD

Docker

AWS

Tools

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Job description

Senior Frontend Developer - UK Highest Government Clearance Required

Location: Manchester / Cheltenham (Hybrid / Remote Options)

Salary: Competitive / Flexible + Benefits

Relocation Assistance: May be available

UK Citizenship Required

Security Clearance: Must be able to gain and maintain the highest level of UK Government clearance

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join a skilled team working on innovative and complex technology solutions within the defence and security sectors.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining critical frontend applications that support key services. You will work on a variety of challenging projects and contribute to delivering solutions with real-world impact in a hybrid and flexible working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust, scalable frontend applications using modern technologies and best practices
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to deployment and testing
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including product owners, backend developers and QA
• Mentor and support junior developers to help grow the team's capability and technical expertise

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience as a Software Developer with a strong focus on frontend JavaScript development, preferably within the React ecosystem
• Strong knowledge of HTML and CSS and proven ability to develop modular frontend experiences
• Experience collaborating with non-technical partners such as User Experience teams, and presenting work to stakeholders
• Familiarity with CI / CD, containerisation, deployment technologies and cloud platforms such as Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker and AWS
• Excellent communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in Agile environments is advantageous
• Ability to obtain and maintain the highest level of UK Government security clearance
• UK citizenship is essential due to security clearance requirements

What's on Offer

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid and remote options
• Optional compressed working schedule (e.g. every other Friday off)
• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses
• Private healthcare and pension schemes
• Opportunities for career development, mentorship and ongoing training
• An inclusive and supportive working environment

Application Process

If you are ready to progress your career and contribute to important projects, please contact Christian at TEC Partners .

If this opportunity is not quite right for you, we support a broad range of exciting roles across the UK's defence, cyber and intelligence sectors - get in touch to explore options that suit your career aspirations.