Software Engineer, Frontend

Travelex; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foreign exchange specialist in the United Kingdom is seeking a Frontend Developer to join its engineering team. This role involves coding, testing, and enhancing web applications using modern technologies such as TypeScript and React. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in frontend development, focusing on maintainable code and high-performance applications. The company values a collaborative work environment and offers a commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in frontend development, building dynamic and responsive web applications.
• Demonstrated fluency with TypeScript and React, and experience with frameworks such as NextJS.
• Knowledge of best practices in security, performance, and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Writing clean, well-tested, and maintainable code.
• Ensure high performance and scalability of web applications.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior team members as needed.

Skills

Frontend development

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

GraphQL

REST APIs

Code reviews

Debugging

Version control (Git)

CI/CD practices

Tools

Vitest

Jest

Playwright

Job description

As a valued member of our engineering team, you will contribute to the development of our new web application, powered by a Headless CMS, using the latest frontend technologies. Working with a modern JavaScript stack, your primary focus will be on coding, testing, and enhancing the functionality of Travelex's and partner applications. Being part of the Online team, you will be working closely with engineers, designers and the product team. While this is primarily an engineering role, we are always looking for developers who have a keen eye for product and who can contribute to the development of features at a product level before they are implemented. If you are eager to be part of a dynamic team, contribute to Travelex's digital-first strategy, and be part of a company that values its employees while prioritising work-life balance, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

• Writing clean, well-tested and maintainable code
• Ensure high performance and scalability of web applications
• Thorough troubleshooting and debugging to diagnose technical issues
• Keep up to date with the latest trends and emerging technologies
• Identify technical debt and potential areas for improvement
• Actively contribute to discussions on product features, providing valuable input based on technical considerations
• Participate in code reviews, identifying opportunities for improvement and mentoring junior team members when needed
• Knowledge of best practices in security, performance and accessibility. 3+ years of experience in frontend development, building dynamic and responsive web applications
• Demonstrated fluency with TypeScript, React and frameworks such as NextJS
• Familiarity with state management libraries (Zustand, Redux, MobX etc.)
• Experience working with GraphQL/REST APIs
• Knowledge of the web platform, including HTML, CSS and Browser APIs
• Experience with the testing pyramid and tools such as Vitest, Jest, Playwright
• Understanding of CI/CD practices and deployment pipelines
• Proficient in using version control systems (Git)

Nice to have:

• Experience with design systems and component libraries
• Experience with Headless CMS platforms
• Familiarity with responsive design principles and accessibility standards
• Experience in agile software development methodologies

Why Travelex?

To remain the world's leading foreign exchange specialist, we are focused on making our customers' lives simpler, more engaging and hassle free while they travel or move money abroad. We promise to give them the freedom and peace of mind to explore the world, their way - enabling them to travel confidently because they know they have us to lean on. Customer centricity and digital are at the heart of our business strategy. Our commitment to innovation has never been greater, with the development of a number of digital-first, greenfield products and services. And with the Travelex's resources, deep industry experience and leading brand we are inventing the future of FX, cross-border e-commerce and international payments.