Senior Web Developer

Matchtech; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Lead Front End Developer in Scarborough. You will take charge of front end development and UX operations for a global audience, leading a team of developers and specialists. Ideal candidates will possess strong design skills, experience in eCommerce, and a collaborative leadership style. This on-site position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a front end development role, ideally within eCommerce or retail.
• Strong eye for design and attention to detail with a user-first mindset.
• Collaborative leadership style, able to bring out the best in your team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of front end developers and UX specialists.
• Own the front end roadmap and daily development tasks.
• Collaborate with UX design and testing platforms.

Skills

Proficiency in HTML

Proficiency in CSS

Proficiency in JavaScript

jQuery

Tools

Vue.js

Node.js

RESTful APIs

Job description

Job title: Lead Front End Developer

Location: Scarborough (On-site). Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm. Salary: Competitive (Based on Experience).

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Web Developer to join our team in Scarborough, taking the lead on front end development and UX operations for a global audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and grow a small team of front end developers and UX specialists.
• Take ownership of the front end roadmap and daily development tasks.
• Ensure timely and well-tested feature releases, maintaining a strong version history.
• Collaborate with UX design and testing platforms to roll out new features and improvements.
• Embed best practices in front end development and eCommerce UX design.
• Focus on continuous improvement, always aiming to enhance the customer journey.

Technologies You\'ll Work With

• Essential: Proficient in at least two of the following - HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, SQL.
• Nice to have: Familiarity with Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Node.js, Angular2, TypeScript, RESTful APIs.

What You\'ll Bring

• A strong eye for design and attention to detail, with a user-first mindset.
• Experience in a front end development role, ideally within eCommerce or retail.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to bring out the best in your team.
• Self-motivation and solid organisational skills - you can manage your own time effectively.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Confidence in sharing a portfolio or examples of your previous front end work.